Hi, I’m Dawna!

Sand Ruby Studio founder Dawna Kelley, wearing a long-sleeved gray shirt and blue jeans, standing against a textured stone wall and black door, smiling and looking at the camera.

I’m the artist and designer behind the scenes.

Have you ever gone digging for sand rubies? You can find them in desert washes after a rain. Tiny, sparkling bits of garnet that have washed down from the mountainside, only visible when the water is flowing through the desert. I love them because when you find one, you feel like you’ve discovered a little secret, a literal hidden gem. At Sand Ruby Studio, my goal is to help little gems - individuals and business who are doing good in the world - be found. I do that through building websites, guiding digital strategy, and designing creative assets that tell your story so you can get to the important work of doing what you do best.

My background is a mix of product design, learning design, project management, entrepreneurship, art and travel. I’ve designed digital experiences (websites and apps) for big companies, educational start ups, small business, and everything in between. From initial concepts to final delivery, I have the experience to walk you through every step of the process. My goal is to see you succeed!

🌿 I’m especially interested in pivoting my work toward supporting sustainable travel and nature-focused brands. If this is you, let’s talk!