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My Children's Book Sales Report from July 2024 by Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue Design Studio

Many of you probably know, I self-published a children’s book back in March of this year. Writing, designing, and publishing the book has been one of the most fun (and longest) projects I’ve ever worked on. My goal for the book was never money — it was a special gift for my first born and […]

August 2, 2024

Things I'm Doing Differently During my Second Pregnancy by Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue Design Studio

I can’t believe that I’m already in the second trimester of my second pregnancy. This pregnancy has been a lot different than my first for a lot of reasons. Not only am I chasing around a toddler this time around, but time just seems to fly by as a parent and this pregnancy is not […]

July 24, 2024

Below is a two-month account of my journey to finding out I’m pregnant with our second baby. These journal-style entries were so special to write, I hope you enjoy! Drop a comment if you’re also expecting or if you’re also navigating running a design studio as a mom. I’d love to connect! If you’re close […]

June 17, 2024

Welcoming baby no.02 | Navigating pregnancy and running a design studio by Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue
Amanda DeWoody of Poised Avenue Design Studio, a branding studio out of Southern California

Read about my journey to finding more passive design work and how I’m defining my very own version of success as an independent designer. Plus, an update on my experience with Minted and other types of design I’m working towards.

April 21, 2024

You’ve all been on the edge of your seats for this one, right? This year I’ll be leaning more into creativity. Read more about it and the plans I have for the studio in this personal update.

April 13, 2024

Poised Avenue Design Studio | San Diego Brand Photoshoot | Brand Designer

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work with Poised Avenue as a brand design client? Here’s a play-by-play look at the studio’s processes so you can inquire confidently.

February 1, 2024

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