Kat Manor

I'm the sole artist and designer behind Katdog Design, a small but mighty studio in the Twin Cities area. With a BFA in Graphic Design and over a decade of experience, I specialize in building and extending brand identities and creating illustrations that connect with your audience. My work spans various industries, including food, wellness, cannabis, agriculture, and tech, with expertise in packaging, merchandise, websites, patterns, murals, and more. When I'm not creating, you'll find me in St. Paul with my husband, our energetic dog, and our quirky pet pig, enjoying board games, sci-fi marathons, or the great outdoors.

Projects

Fern City Greenhouse Brand Identity

Cultivating a fascination for ferns. The Scope: Brand Identity Illustration Mural Signage Merchandise Pattern The Opportunity: Fern City Greenhouse had a strong love for ferns but lacked a cohesive brand identity that could effectively communicate this passion to their customers. The existing branding and signage were generic, failing to capture the unique vibe of the shop. This disconnect made it challenging for customers to fully engage and recognize the shop's specialty. The Solution: Through custom illustrations, I brought the shop's leafy obsession to life, crafting a visual language that was both playful and sophisticated. The pattern designs and mural further enriched the shop's atmosphere, while the branded merchandise added a delightful keepsake that customers could take home with them. The result was a cohesive brand identity that not only captured the essence of Fern City Greenhouse but also resonated deeply with their target audience. The shop now stands out as a unique, must-visit destination for fern enthusiasts, with a brand presence as vibrant and distinctive as the plants they sell.See More

Meadowsong Studios Brand Identity & Website

Capturing the essence of a nature-forward art studio The Scope: Brand Identity Website Illustration Merchandise Pattern The Opportunity: Meadowsong Studios, nestled in the serene countryside of Wisconsin, is a nature-forward art studio with a deep connection to its environment. However, the studio's existing brand identity lacked the creativity and individuality that it fosters. The website, branding, and overall visual elements were outdated, failing to convey the studio's unique artistic approach, which made it challenging to attract and engage with the right audience. The Solution: I revitalized Meadowsong Studios' branding, starting with the logo. A few refinements went a long way. The new website design was crafted to be visually inviting and user-friendly, immersing visitors in the creative spirit of the studio. Custom illustrations and pattern designs were integrated throughout the brand, bringing a sense of the natural Midwest countryside into every visual element. The custom brand illustration extended this connection, offering t-shirts that customers could take home, serving as both art and memento. With a brand refresh, the studio has established itself as a haven for nature-inspired art lovers.See More

Wayforth Brand Identity & Website

Paving the way for a new kind of healthcare that supports our elders. The Scope: Brand Identity Website Print Materials Pattern The Opportunity: The geriatric home care business was dedicated to providing compassionate and specialized care to older patients facing serious health and life challenges. However, their existing brand identity lacked the warmth, trustworthiness, and professionalism needed to connect with their audience. The company’s website and print materials were outdated and failed to convey the quality and personalized care they offered, making it difficult to stand out in a competitive healthcare market. The Solution: I developed a comprehensive branding strategy that communicated the company’s commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. The new brand identity included inviting colors and thoughtful design elements, creating a welcoming and reassuring atmosphere. Pattern designs were incorporated to add an engaging yet effective visual consistency across all touchpoints. The website was completely redesigned to be both accessible, informative, and modern offering an easy-to-navigate experience for patients and their families. The result was a cohesive and professional brand identity that enhanced the company’s reputation as a trusted provider of geriatric home care, helping them connect more deeply with their audience.See More

Simpls Brand Identity, Website, & Packaging

Enhancing an organic ingredient meal delivery company for max impact. The Scope: Brand Uplift Packaging Website Merchandise Print Materials The Opportunity: Simpls, an organic food company, specializing in delivering locally sourced and prepared frozen meals, had a strong commitment to quality and sustainability. Yet, their existing brand identity appeared homemade and DIY, which didn’t fully reflect the premium nature of their products or their target consumer. The outdated website and packaging further contributed to a perception that didn’t match the high-quality, gourmet experience the company aimed to offer. The Solution: The new branding introduced a clean, modern aesthetic with organic shapes and refined typography, creating a look that was both professional and inviting. The website was redesigned to be visually appealing and easy to navigate, enhancing the online shopping experience with mouth-watering imagery and straightforward functionality. Meal packaging was also revamped to reflect the premium quality of the products. The result was a cohesive and polished brand identity that resonated with the company’s values, helping them to better communicate their gourmet offerings and attract a more discerning customer base.See More

Work History

Designer/Owner

Katdog DesignOwner and Designer of a self-owned Design Company specializing in Surface Design.

Marketing/Design and Operations Lead

SimplsOct 2020 - Feb 2024 • 3 yrs 5 mosPosition included working in many facets of the small business, including planning and driving delivery routes, customer service, editing the website, and designing labels and marketing materials. Also filled in as needed in the kitchen helping with production, packaging, and inventory.

Designer & Social Media Manager

NE WellnessSep 2019 - Apr 2022 • 2 yrs 8 mosPosition included planning, designing, and posting weekly to social media as well as designing apparel, signage, and marketing materials.

Graphic Designer

Marvel CitizenApr 2018 - Sep 2019 • 1 yr 6 mosPosition included acting as a designer, market researcher, and photoshoot assistant. The bulk of the work was crafting mood boards and designing brand directions for start-up or growing businesses. This included creating lush brands, from logos to websites to application design to billboards.

Graphic Designer

IMAGEHAUSMay 2016 - Apr 2018 • 2 yrsPosition included working with small to mid-size businesses to position their companies visually a step apart from their competition. This included designing brand identities complete with logos, patterns, websites, and print materials.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stout

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design2011 - 2015

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Kat Manor

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Design

Branding

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Website Management

Icon Design

Photoshop

Brand Development

Brand Identity

Logo Design

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