Frankly, here's the story.

A studio built on visual language.

My name is Noelle, self proclaimed Chief Doodler in Charge. My wonderfully talented husband, Agustin, is my favorite creative collaborator. The DIY spirit of our colorful wedding laid the foundation for everything you see here.

Frankly Speaking Studio is a play on something I've always known about myself - visual language is my most direct form of communication. I love a good story, and telling it well almost always comes down to the tender details. Getting entrusted with sentimental projects is something I don't take lightly. It's genuinely an honor.

A decade of creative top hats.

Between a fine arts painter and a RISD-trained textile designer, we've spent years working across illustration, pattern, layout, typography, and brand. What ties it all together is a shared love for work that feels deeply personal and beautifully crafted.

Our project process:

We start by listening. Tell us the feeling, the story, the vision - even if it's just a vibe. We'll align on goals and budget early so there are no surprises, only good ones.
Together we find your stylistic jumping off point - mood, palette and all the details that make it distinctly yours. Don’t be shy to share your favorite references!
Every element is considered, refined, and built with tender attention from first sketch to final file. Progress will be shared along the way.
You receive polished, print-ready deliverables. Seamless and stress-free. We love to see our work in the wild, please tag where you can. It makes us so happy.