Rooted in community.
Built with intention.
Designed to last.

I partner with women-led, sustainability-driven, and community-based businesses ready to grow with purpose.

Let's Grow Together

SERVICE WEBSITES

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LOGOS

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PRINT

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SOCIAL MEDIA

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SERVICE WEBSITES • LOGOS • PRINT • SOCIAL MEDIA •

a banner with an image from cajon del maipo that reads "not every design project needs to be complicated, design what matters'

...whether it’s a one-off flyer, a social media post, or signage for an existing brand, I provide clear, thoughtful designs that let your message shine.

Bring Your Vision Forward

Your vision matters and so does the way it reaches your community. I partner with women-led, purpose-driven projects to create design that’s thoughtful, approachable, and meaningful, helping your ideas grow and connect.

Marketing Materials

With over 13 years of print experience,
I will handle the layout, color, and production of your materials so your printed pieces look on-brand and professional.

Social Media

Strategic, on-brand visuals that engage your audience and bring your story to life. From posts to templates, I make your social media work smarter, not harder.

Service Websites

Thoughtfully designed websites that showcase your brand, engage your audience, and include SEO, so your site looks great AND gets found.

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Hi, I’m Marlys

¡Hablo Español!

A graphic design freelancer and instructor. A fun fact about me is that I was born in Australia, raised in Chile, and now call Chicago home. Yes, I’m fully bilingual!

I’m an entrepreneur who knows what it takes to bring ideas to life every day. I help small businesses, women-led ventures, and purpose-driven projects create intentional, approachable design that makes their brand shine without the stress.

Work With Me

  • "Marlys is a talented and efficient graphic designer who has created excellent marketing materials for the Stone Center for Latin American Studies. She is responsive to feedback and strikes the perfect balance between both our mission, specific event needs, our vision, and her innovative design sensibility. We highly recommend her and look forward to future collaborations.

    —Cynthia Garza, Public Engagement & Evaluation, Tulane University Stone Center for Latin American Studies

  • "Our Chamber had not hosted a restaurant crawl in years. Marlys' vibrant design was instrumental to our success! We will definitely work with her again this year on this initiative!"

    Nilda Esparza, Executive Producer at Logan Square Chamber of Commerce

  • "Marlys is fantastic to work with!! She got to know me, my vision for my business, and my style. When creating my logo, she provided a variety of options then helped me focus in. Marlys made sure to provide me education on the logo and technology so I was able to use it seamlessly. I could not recommend Marlys more!!"

    Meredith Anne Becks Ringhausen, MA, BCBA, LBA, Board Certified Behavior Analyst

  • "Marlys was hired to work on the graphic and layout design for the Peace On Earth Film Festival. Her work ethic was superb, she was given tasks to complete on tight deadlines, she works independently well and great in a team environment. Her layout and design skills are well developed and she has great eye for detail. Her ability to take an idea to creation and successfully fulfill the needs of the project are more than expected. Marlys is able to add her creative touches to projects and create a exceptional completed project within the timeline, and above expectation. I highly recommend Marlys for any project."

    —Clayton Monical, Peace on Earth Film Festival

  • "Working with Marlys for over a year now has been an incredible experience. She is extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and consistently goes above and beyond to stay on top of the latest advancements in graphic design and technology. As a business owner who struggles with understanding website design and how to effectively use AI to improve company visibility and marketing, having Marlys on my team has been invaluable. Not only does she truly know her craft, but she also takes the time to explain things clearly and provide practical solutions. What really sets Marlys apart is her speed and reliability. She answers questions quickly and completes projects in less than half the time I’ve experienced with other graphic designers—without ever sacrificing quality. Her creativity, professionalism, and dedication make her someone I would highly recommend to any business looking to elevate their brand and online presence."

    Brooke Walker, Ph.D., LBA, BCBA-D, Transformation ABA, Sangamon County

  • "I had the privilege of working with Marlys at Foodstuffs, where she brought creativity, precision, and professionalism to every project she touched. Even in a fast-paced catering environment, her design expertise and leadership stood out. She managed multiple priorities seamlessly, elevated our brand presentation, and consistently delivered thoughtful, high-quality work."

    —Brendan O’Brien, Foodstuffs Events & Catering

  • "Marlys is incredible to work with on any creative project. She is thoughtful, talented, timely, and such a strong communicator throughout the entire process. We’ve collaborated on everything from custom bachelorette posters and event signage to clothing logos, and holiday décor. Every single piece has turned out beautifully. What I appreciate most is her ability to blend her own creative style with exactly what the client envisions. Marlys truly listens, she is always open to tweaks or adjustments, and she consistently deliver designs that exceed expectations. I love working with her and can’t recommend her enough!

    Ami Kothari, Director of Human Resources at Ansira

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