Thoughtfully crafted

branding

for creative business owners

Illustration of a vintage-style sofa with two decorative pillows, detailed with ornate wood carvings on the arms and backrest.

BRAND DESIGN + PHOTOGRAPHY that reflect the heart of passionate creatives + makers.

A photographer posing in Sedona, Arizona for her branding photos.
A shop window displays the "Cosy Kiln" logo
A young female wedding photographer sitting on the floor against a vase posing with her camera.
A flat-lay mockup of an elopement photographer's business card design.
Three phones displaying different applications of Lestina Creative branding.
A flat-lay of a variety of photography related items, including film, cameras, a scrapbook with printed wedding photography images, and a pair of fun sunglasses.
A young female photographer wearing a groovy shirt poses with her foot in the air.
A mockup of a shipping box for a wedding stationery business brand.
A woman walks in a modern home, quickly so it looks blurred.
A pair of keychains for a wedding elopement photography brand. The keychains say "Next Stop: Forever. Sedona, Arizona. Roam+Reverie." The other says "Home is wherever you are. Roam+Reverie."
An elopement photographer poses with her camera in Sedona, Arizona for her brand photos.
A flat lay showing a card holder and a membership card with Cosy Kiln branding.
Two hands grabbing a camera and a phone, which lay resting on an open laptop.
A branded bag of coffee beans sits on a mat. Cleave Coffee Co. branded coffee beans.
A young photographer holds many cameras in her arms.
A flat lay of a photographer's brand guidelines document.
A flat-lay of a business card design featuring a logo that says "Sierra and Austin Media."
Two photographs, one of a person holding a camera and the other of someone designing a collage with travel and nature-themed images and stickers.

Elevate Your BUSINESS with Strategy-Based BRAND Design + Photography

Your brand should reflect the care, intention, and professionalism you bring to your work. But finding time to build consistent visuals or knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming.

We craft brand identities and photo galleries that reflect who you are and honor the unique story of your business. Our process is thoughtful, strategic, and personal, helping you attract the right clients and present your business with confidence.

HOW WE HELP

  • “Hearthstone delivers so much value for your business. I truly feel like every cent that my branding cost will deliver exponentially.”

    SIERRA C.
    Sierra & Austin Media

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Thoughtful brands crafted for creative business owners

Circular logo with a central ornate emblem featuring the letters 'H' and 'D' in a decorative font. The outer rings contain the phrases 'Brands that feel like home' and 'For the creatives + the makers + for the creators + the makers.' The design uses beige and brown tones.

The Heart Behind

Hearthstone

Aliya Mooney is a multi-disciplinary artist, designer, photographer, and currently the sole creative behind Hearthstone. When founding the studio, she sought to combine her love for people with her affinity for creative problem-solving by partnering with small business owners to build their dream branding.

Throughout her career, Aliya has collaborated on in-house teams, worked directly with independent creatives, has thrived in fast-paced agency settings, and provided teams and individuals with photography and design services for over eight years. Her clients represent a wide variety of industries, including photography, mural art, coffee roasting, winter and collegiate sports, higher education, legal services, and more.

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