With almost two decades of professional experience, I know that the best work rarely emerges from rigid processes. I produce bespoke design solutions that draw from my diverse background in graphic design, visual arts, art history, and scholarship. My approach is to first understand your story and context and then craft visual language, assets, and systems that meet your needs and expand your imagination for what is possible. 

My training includes a Bachelor of arts from the University of Winnipeg, a diploma in graphic design from HOlland College (P.e.i.), a Master’s degree from Regent College (Vancouver), and further studies at Emily Carr University of Art & Design and the winnipeg art gallery.

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  • "When I’m working on a project in need of creative direction, I almost always reach out to Steph first. What makes her a perfect partner is her ability to offer a uniquely beautiful artistic vision, while also understanding and meeting the requirements of the assignment. Her contribution invariably helps me and my clients see our work with new clarity and excitement. If you’re wanting a thoughtful design collaborator who can both execute and inspire, Steph should be your first call too. "

    Lucas Lee
    Founder , Gradient Goods

  • “Steph Martens was the first designer who created something our diverse team all loved! From the new logo, to re-vamped information package and new signage – we look like a new and improved company. We are continuously working with Steph to tackle more design projects and we are all so happy with the quality of her work. We highly recommend Steph!”

    VICTORIA FARAHBAKHCHIAN
    Loon Lake Lodge & retreat centre

  • “It was a joy to work with Steph on this project, which she conceived, designed, and executed brilliantly. The timeline was a complex project: spanning 2000 years of history and a global movement, it employed text and image to illuminate a single theme. My team and I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with her, as we proposed ideas and text, and she weaved it all together into a compelling, evocative, and striking portrayal of the word and witness of God across generations and continents. I am beyond thrilled with the result, and was so pleased with Steph’s work that I quickly engaged her work on another permanent display. Steph is inspired, skilled, professional, and a delightful person to work with on any project.”

    dr. CINDY AALDERS
    John richard Allison library, regent college

  • “Steph is a true professional delivering high quality work on time. But what makes Steph truly stand out is her deep understanding of the purpose and place of beauty and her unwavering commitment to ethical story telling.”

    DAVID SAYSON
    Executive Pastor, Tenth church

  • “I have worked with Steph on two occasions to rebrand our business. On the first occasion she was able to create the perfect balance between the old owner's logo and our vision, and more recently she was able to take my scattered ideas of how to bring the store into a more modern aesthetic while still keeping its 45 year-old core. She is prompt and a pleasure to work with."

    jenn baerg steyn
    owner, yellowknife books