I think the best working relationships with a graphic designer happen when their style really clicks with the client.

It also helps when our work styles match. I like to keep things moving quickly and smoothly, with open communication—that’s how projects get done right.

Once you find a good fit, hand over your graphic needs and let your designer do their thing. That way, you can focus on what you do best!

This portfolio shows what happens when I’m given the freedom to create—and it’s all about making stunning work for my clients.

Valerie Oesterling

Santa Barbara Graphic Designer

B.S. in Graphic Communications, Cal Poly, SLO
A.A. in Graphic Arts, Santa Barbara City College

I’ve truly enjoyed every moment of designing for my clients—many of whom have become friends along the way! I feel lucky to have met and worked with so many inspiring people. I treat my clients’ businesses as if they were my own because I want their success just as much as they do.

Graphic design has been a passion of mine since high school. I always knew I wanted to be an artist, and my career in graphic arts has given me the perfect creative outlet while helping others achieve their goals—a perfect blend!

Cooking has been another love of mine for a long time. I devour blogs, magazines, and any recipe I can find. I love following food and health trends, and I cook almost every night for my family—and sometimes for our extended family of 15!

Going to Cal Poly SLO to study graphic communications was the best decision I ever made. After graduating, I returned to Santa Barbara and worked as a graphic designer for UCSB and Wilson Printing. I started my own business 23 years ago and feel truly blessed to do what I love every day, right here in Santa Barbara.

My office is in a photography studio owned by my talented husband, Eric Gordon, of The Product Photography Studio—the largest and best product photography studio on the South Coast.