IT’S SO LOVELY TO MEET YOU

West Coast creativity
Scottish craft

MY APPROACH

Whether designing a brand identity or capturing heartfelt moments, my goal is always the same: to create something that tells a story and leaves a lasting impression.

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Hello, I’m Jamie

Black and white photo of a smiling man and woman standing close together in a desert landscape with tire tracks in the sand. The man has short dark hair, glasses, and is wearing a jacket and khakis. The woman has her hair tied back, sunglasses, and is wearing a light jacket, with a camera hanging around her neck.
A black and white illustration of a circular logo featuring a detailed rose flower in the center. Around the rose, there are words that read "JAME ROSE STRYKER" at the top and "DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION" at the bottom.
A woman wearing sunglasses and a light-colored top, smiling and looking down, standing among flowering bushes with mountains in the background.

I'm Jamie Stryker — a graphic and website designer, illustrator and photographer who grew up in California and now lives and works in Scotland.

Over the past decade I've designed brand identities for restaurants, cafés, bars and small businesses on both sides of the Atlantic, illustrated for licensed apparel, and built Squarespace websites that founders are proud to send people to.

Most of my best work has been with hospitality and wellness-based businesses. I work with clients across Edinburgh and the UK, and remotely with clients in the United States — the morning here lines up neatly with the early East Coast workday, which makes the time-zone overlap easier than people expect.

If you're an independent business looking for a brand that actually feels like you, I'd love to hear what you're working on.

what I DO

I work in three main overlapping areas — brand identity, Squarespace web design, hand-drawn illustration. Most projects mix at least two.

how I WORK

Every project starts with a real conversation about your business, your audience and what you're trying to achieve. From there I move into research, then concept directions, then refinement, then delivery — usually four weeks for a brand identity, longer if a website or illustration suite is bundled in.

who I WORK WITH

Independent restaurants, cafés, bars and hotels, as well as wellness and therapy businesses. Small businesses with a personal voice. I'm based in Scotland, but a meaningful portion of my work is with US clients —the time difference has never been a problem.

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FREQUENTLY asked QUESTIONS

  • I work from my studio in Scotland. Most of my work happens remotely with clients across the UK and the United States.

  • Yes! A meaningful portion of my work is with US clients. The Scottish morning lines up with the early US East Coast workday, so transatlantic projects move smoothly. I quote in pounds sterling, but I'm happy to invoice in dollars if it's easier on your end!

  • Mostly independent and small businesses, especially in hospitality, food and drink, retail and wellness. If you're a founder who cares about craft and you've got a real point of view, we'll probably get on!

  • It’s a mix of structured planning and intuitive exploration—I love blending strategy with artistry to create something meaningful.

  • Yes! Most projects are billed in instalments — a deposit at kickoff, and a final payment before files are delivered. I am happy to set up a plan that works for you.

  • I bring artistry, intention, and a deep commitment to understanding your vision. Clients often tell me they appreciate my attention to detail and how the final work feels beautifully aligned with their story and brand.

  • Usually four weeks for a focused identity. Add a few weeks for an illustration suite, or a Squarespace website on top.

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Out of the office… ☀️🌴🌊 I’ve notified my regular clients, but just a head’s up that I am working reduced hours as I take some time to enjoy the Spanish sunshine. Emails and enquiries may get a delayed response this week. ✨ . .