Aha Creative

05/06/2026

Its funny how the things that keep you going can be pretty similar to the ones that make you think about throwing in the towel🫠

What do you love or hate about running your own business? 👇

04/06/2026

Still Trying to appeal to everyone?...yawn

I think this is one of the hardest things to learn when launching a business. You don't actually want to appeal to everyone. Defining your audience will help you to define your brand look, messaging and just make the whole process way easier. This is something I include in every brand package. It's a non-negotiable.

The right branding doesn't just attract customers.
It attracts the right customers.

👇 Tell me: what's one thing about your business that isn't for everyone?

29/05/2026

“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” - Maya Angelou

These words were spoken over 20 years ago but they've never been more relevent. With AI churning out flat, lifeless copy and creative, the human element is what we're now seeking out. Premium brands dont just look good, they connect to their audience through tone, texture, sound and atmosphere.

27/05/2026

Probably thinking about branding. Or coffee. Maybe both. ☕️

At this point, coffee has become less of a drink and more of a personality trait.

I unapologetically will:
travel an extra ten minutes to "the good coffee shop",
judge a café slightly by its branding before I’ve even ordered,
and absolutely notice when the cups, menu, interiors, playlist, and social media all feel intentional.

It’s the feeling of walking into a space and instantly wanting to stay longer than you planned.

Which is probably why I’d LOVE to work more with cafés, roasteries, hospitality venues, and coffee brands moving forward.

The coffee industry is full of personality and experience-driven brands, and that’s exactly the kind of creative work I’m drawn to most.

So if you’re a café owner, roastery, hospitality brand, or know someone building something cool in this space… hi 👋 I’m ready whenever you are.

Now tell me…
What’s your Sunshine Coast go-to coffee spot? ☕️👇

25/05/2026

27/04/2026

If you’re overthinking every post… this is probably why 👀

As a brand designer, I run into this all the time.

I love creating.
I love making something new and different.

But doing that every single time you post?
It’s time consuming… and honestly, confusing as hell for you.

Because if everything looks different,
nothing feels recognisable.

So here’s what I focus on instead:

I show up consistently,
while still bringing in a bit of personality.

Maybe it’s an unexpected design detail,
a slightly different take in the caption,
or the occasional curveball.

But underneath it all?
Same content themes.
Same core design style.

Less confusing for you.
Less work for me.

It’s a no brainer.

💡 Try this:

1. Get clear on your message
Say what you do, who it’s for, and why it matters. Simply.

2. Lock in your brand style
Pick your colours, fonts, and overall feel — and stick to it.

3. Create a few go-to content themes
So you’re not reinventing the wheel every time.

You don’t need to come up with something new every time.
You just need something that makes sense. 💥

👉 Save this for your next content day
👉 Tell me BRAND if you want help making this easier 😏

19/04/2026

Normal to me looked like a 9–5.
Say yes to the boss.
Tick the boxes.
Wear the outfit.
Smile and nod.

It was comfortable… but it never felt like me.

I wanted more.
More creativity.
More freedom.
More challenge.
I wanted work to actually work for me.

So I stepped off the path and started aha Creative.

And honestly?
There have been plenty of days where I’ve thought…
“it would be easier to just go back.”

Back to predictable.
Back to safe.

But then I remember this:

“Normality is a paved road. It’s comfortable to walk, but no flowers grow on it.”

Because the growth, the colour, the excitement… doesn’t happen on the safe path.

It happens when you step off it.

Was it uncomfortable? Yes.
Was it uncertain? Also yes.
But was it worth it? 100%.

👉 Tell me — when did you step off the path? Was it worth it? 💭

15/04/2026

This started as a “turn this flyer into social posts” job…

But the original was dense, medical, and packed with info that had to stay for compliance.

The challenge was making it clear, digestible, and appealing to the right audience.

And not just any audience…
one willing to invest $6K in their health.

This is where DIY marketing falls down.

It’s not just about how it looks -
it’s about how it’s understood.

Clear. Trustworthy. Intentional.

That’s what builds connection (and conversions).

You have to invest in your marketing if you want it to work.
DIY will only get you so far.

13/04/2026

This is the frustrating part of designing a beautiful logo on its own and sending it off into the world.

The logo isn't bad, but by itself, it's forgettable.

If there’s no clear personality, no consistency, no strong direction in the way its used,
people don’t register it. They scroll past, or choose someone else or worse forget you were even an option.

And over time, that looks like:
– lower quality enquiries
– being priced against cheaper competitors
– feeling like you have to prove yourself more

💡 Ready to change that? Here are 3 simple fixes you can start right now:

1. Get painfully clear on what you do
If people have to figure it out, they won’t.
Make it obvious in one sentence.

2. Make your brand recognisable
Use the same colours, fonts, and style every time.
Familiarity builds trust.

3. Show more personality
The right people are drawn to brands that feel like something. Share what makes you unique

You don’t need to be louder.
You need to be clearer and more consistent.

👉 Save this if this hit a nerve
👉 Tell me BRAND if you’re ready to stop being overlooked

21/11/2024

🎉 Turning serious science into something lively? Yes, please!

You might remember seeing some of this project a while ago... it took a little hiatus part way through, but I am happy to to share the finished product with you.

Here, I worked with the Communicable Diseases Branch (Qld Gov) to bring some fun (and clarity) to public health communication through engaging graphics for their E-learning platform. 🩺💡

It was a joy to take on such a meaningful project and make learning about health more engaging and digestible—because important info doesn’t have to be boring!