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Beautiful website. I'm jealous!!

 

 

"Whit! Beautiful website. I'm jealous!!


I'm going to mine right now and spit on it!!"


Ann, mystery & romance author,

commenting about the website 

of her competitor (our client)

They are OUR TEAM!!!!

 

 

Short Story Marketing has been amazing in managing and updating my business website. They listen to what I want and what I need! They worked with both my daughter/new partner and me on the look we wanted to achieve and the message we wanted to convey on our most recent website update. Kim, Bill and Taylor are the best! Grateful for them as they respond quickly and our website update is awesome!!! They are OUR TEAM!!!!


Deborah Davis Groves

I would highly recommend working with them, you will not be disappointed.

 

 

My experience has been beyond phenomenal. [Short Story] provided us with the security, comfort, and direction that was essential to have a seamless experience during this transition. I found all communications to be extensively thought through and documented. This helped to avoid the all-too-common mis-communications that come with long distance business relations. I would highly recommend working with them, you will not be disappointed.


Guinevere Johnson & True Wealth Advisory Group, Bend Oregon 

I am delighted with the outcome!

 

 

I wanted to take a moment to thank you personally for my company's new website. I am delighted with the outcome! I am grateful for the time, effort, and diligence that was exercised through multiple iterations of edits that has now led to fruition. Your company has enabled my vision.


Iris, consultant

I just want to tell you how pleased I am with my website.

 

 

I just want to tell you how pleased I am with my website. You did a great job and I really appreciate it!


You can be sure I’ll pass the word along.


Jeff Sibner

... maybe the best that I have seen!!!!

  


The cover is very beautiful, maybe the best that I have seen!!!!


Joe, magazine publisher

... folks have been commenting

 

 

You guys should know that folks have been commenting on how cool and sharp the website looks! Nice job. Thanks.


John, Consultant

... absolutely what I hoped for

 

 

So Cool! I have a huge college fair event tomorrow with 1,200 people in attendance and now I can feel confident about folks heading to my site. What a huge relief! ... This is absolutely what I hoped for and envisioned. I think it looks great. Beautiful even! I am very impressed!


Katelyn, Consultant

Your work is the pinnacle of professionalism

 

 

I just want to say a special THANK YOU for your tremendous work over the past few weeks. I REALLY appreciate it. Your work is the pinnacle of professionalism.


Lisa, PR Consultant

You certainly made the website one thing I didn’t have to worry about

 

 

Thank you for ALL your hard work on our behalf the past 3 years! It was a fun run and I will treasure every moment. You certainly made the website one thing I didn’t have to worry about.


Sue, Bed & Breakfast Owner


... keeping our company current and our business healthy and growing

 

 

You have been a tremendous help to keeping our company current and our business healthy and growing.


Terry, Billboard Advertising


... truly a positive, professional and hassle free experience

  

 

I thought I should share my recent experience... This is the 14th web site I have RELUCTANTLY been involved in. It was truly a positive, professional and hassle free experience ... It is refreshing to deal with a person who knows what they are doing and who does not hesitate to provide the depth of his experience in making sure one has a great product.


Tim, Business Broker

Beautiful website. I'm jealous!!

 

 

"Whit! Beautiful website. I'm jealous!!


I'm going to mine right now and spit on it!!"


Ann, mystery & romance author,

commenting about the website 

of her competitor (our client)

They are OUR TEAM!!!!

 

 

Short Story Marketing has been amazing in managing and updating my business website. They listen to what I want and what I need! They worked with both my daughter/new partner and me on the look we wanted to achieve and the message we wanted to convey on our most recent website update. Kim, Bill and Taylor are the best! Grateful for them as they respond quickly and our website update is awesome!!! They are OUR TEAM!!!!


Deborah Davis Groves

I would highly recommend working with them, you will not be disappointed.

 

 

My experience has been beyond phenomenal. [Short Story] provided us with the security, comfort, and direction that was essential to have a seamless experience during this transition. I found all communications to be extensively thought through and documented. This helped to avoid the all-too-common mis-communications that come with long distance business relations. I would highly recommend working with them, you will not be disappointed.


Guinevere Johnson & True Wealth Advisory Group, Bend Oregon 

I am delighted with the outcome!

 

 

I wanted to take a moment to thank you personally for my company's new website. I am delighted with the outcome! I am grateful for the time, effort, and diligence that was exercised through multiple iterations of edits that has now led to fruition. Your company has enabled my vision.


Iris, consultant

I just want to tell you how pleased I am with my website.

 

 

I just want to tell you how pleased I am with my website. You did a great job and I really appreciate it!


You can be sure I’ll pass the word along.


Jeff Sibner

... maybe the best that I have seen!!!!

  


The cover is very beautiful, maybe the best that I have seen!!!!


Joe, magazine publisher

... folks have been commenting

 

 

You guys should know that folks have been commenting on how cool and sharp the website looks! Nice job. Thanks.


John, Consultant

... absolutely what I hoped for

 

 

So Cool! I have a huge college fair event tomorrow with 1,200 people in attendance and now I can feel confident about folks heading to my site. What a huge relief! ... This is absolutely what I hoped for and envisioned. I think it looks great. Beautiful even! I am very impressed!


Katelyn, Consultant

Your work is the pinnacle of professionalism

 

 

I just want to say a special THANK YOU for your tremendous work over the past few weeks. I REALLY appreciate it. Your work is the pinnacle of professionalism.


Lisa, PR Consultant

You certainly made the website one thing I didn’t have to worry about

 

 

Thank you for ALL your hard work on our behalf the past 3 years! It was a fun run and I will treasure every moment. You certainly made the website one thing I didn’t have to worry about.


Sue, Bed & Breakfast Owner


... keeping our company current and our business healthy and growing

 

 

You have been a tremendous help to keeping our company current and our business healthy and growing.


Terry, Billboard Advertising


... truly a positive, professional and hassle free experience

  

 

I thought I should share my recent experience... This is the 14th web site I have RELUCTANTLY been involved in. It was truly a positive, professional and hassle free experience ... It is refreshing to deal with a person who knows what they are doing and who does not hesitate to provide the depth of his experience in making sure one has a great product.


Tim, Business Broker

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Kim

Partner,

Artsy Elf

Bill laughs

Bill

Partner,

Resident Geek

Margie is our email fixer!

Margie

Windows Geek

and Email Fixer

A few of those we've helped over the years...


Our Latest Blog Posts

Chicao
June 10, 2025
When HECA reached out about designing the branding for their 2026 Conference, it felt like a rare kind of opportunity. Not many organizations turn to their own network of members and partners for a project like this—and it meant a lot to be trusted with the creative direction. Working with their team and board leaders, we explored how to visually express the energy and setting of the upcoming conference. The city of Chicago—and its architecture, history, and visual rhythm—became a big source of inspiration. As a designer, I dove into that vibe and came back with a wide range of concepts: logo directions, taglines, visual themes. After rounds of feedback and refining, we landed on a fun exciting concept that captured both the spirit of the location and the message HECA wanted to share. The result? A full brand identity that’s bold, flexible, and built to connect—with a clear nod to the city that’s hosting it all. The final theme—“Building Futures, Together We Rise”—was inspired by the spirit of Chicago. Known for its rich history, iconic architecture, and fun energy, Chicago also brings a unique vibe we wanted to capture. They had a specific color palette in mind but gave us freedom with fonts and illustrations. As someone who once called the Windy City home, I knew we had to weave in a nod to that famous nickname. Designing a brand is always a bit of a balancing act—too many elements can crowd the message. So the challenge was blending all these pieces into something that felt unified and meaningful. We kicked things off with a good old-fashioned brainstorming session to figure out the overall look, and the perfect tagline ended up being the “icing on the cake.” That logo/overall theme become our anchor, shaping every visual choice from start to finish. It helped us nail down the mood of the colors, the rhythm of the type, and the deeper meaning built into the logo. Every detail was guided by that core message. What we built includes: · A flexible theme lockup that works across formats · A color system that feels both vibrant and grounded · Custom icons and social-ready graphics · A bold hero poster to set the tone for the conference · Then package the entire branding board; files and let HECA continue to move forward with their launch for the 2026 Conference. I’ll be sharing more behind-the-scenes visuals and design process soon—but for now, it’s just exciting to see it out in the world, supporting a conference that brings so many voices together.
Tillamook Bay Watershed Council logo
May 16, 2025
Bringing Fresh Flow to a Community Icon: The Tillamook Bay Watershed Council Rebrand When an organization like the Tillamook Bay Watershed Council (TBWC) looks to the future, it helps to start with a brand identity—one that reflects the land, rivers, and spirit of the community it serves. We were honored to partner with TBWC to bring their story to life through a new brand identity and a thoughtfully developed digital presence. A Logo Rooted in the Bay This isn’t just a logo—it’s a visual story. At the center swims a Coho salmon , representing the heartbeat of the watershed. Encircling it are the five rivers —Tillamook, Trask, Wilson, Kilchis, and Miami—that flow into the bay and sustain its life. The haystack rock and tree silhouette in the background is a local icon, grounding the logo in the familiar landscape of our coastal region. It’s a nod to place, heritage, and the people who care for this environment every day. Design and Development with Purpose Creating the landing page was no small task. It needed to be clear, engaging, and easy to navigate, especially for a community nonprofit. We designed and built it to serve as both a welcoming introduction and a practical tool—whether someone wants to volunteer, learn, or simply explore the watershed. 🔗 Visit the new page: www.tillamookbaywatershedcouncil.org Just the Beginning We’re now moving into the next phase—developing a full website and crafting a custom marketing strategy to support TBWC’s outreach and restoration efforts. This wasn’t just a design job—it was a partnership grounded in local pride, shared values, and a vision for what’s next.
Bay City Oregon, Pearl and Oyster Music Festival
April 29, 2025
We’re excited to share one of our latest projects — the complete design and development of the new website for the Bay City Pearl & Oyster Music Festival . Based on the beautiful Oregon Coast, this event is a growing celebration of music, food, and local culture — and now it has a website that reflects that same energy. As a Tillamook County-based design and development team , we specialize in helping small towns and rural communities bring their events and businesses online in a way that’s modern, user-friendly, and true to their roots. The Bay City festival site is a perfect example. A Full-Service Web Design Project for a Local Event We handled everything from concept to launch — creating a digital home for the festival that is both inviting and functional. Here’s what we delivered: Custom Website Design – Built to reflect the personality of Bay City and the coastal lifestyle. Mobile-Friendly Development – Optimized for phones, tablets, and desktops so festival-goers can find what they need on the go. Easy Navigation & Clean Structure – Whether users are looking for band lineups, vendor forms, or parking info, it’s all easy to find. Scalable for the Future – Designed to grow with the festival, with flexible content areas and event scheduling tools. Visual Identity That Lasts: Our Festival Logo & Branding This was also the second year in a row the event has used our festival logo and visual branding — a design that’s now become part of the festival’s long-term identity. We’re honored to see it gain recognition across print, signs, and merchandise. The logo was crafted to represent the Bay’s unique coastal character, the joy of live music, and the community spirit that defines this event. Helping Local Events Shine Online — Across Tillamook County and Beyond Whether you're organizing a festival, launching a small business, or refreshing your online presence, we offer professional website design and branding services rooted in rural values and modern solutions. We proudly serve clients throughout Tillamook County , the Oregon Coast , and beyond — helping events and organizations grow with a digital presence that works. Need a website that brings your event or brand to life? Let’s talk — we’re here to build something beautiful, practical, and uniquely you.