Sties Creative Agency

03/09/2026

Just wrapped a full brand and digital collateral refresh for Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, a major Midwest mental health organization.

Larger healthcare organizations are facing a Spring 2026 HHS deadline tied to ADA accessibility compliance. Non-compliant digital experiences can put millions in federal funding at risk.

Designing within WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards significantly impacts visual identity and digital design decisions. Many organizations rely on quick-fix website accessibility widgets, but these are often non-compliant or interfere with assistive technologies people already use.

This project involved months of research, collaboration with an accessibility consultant, and developing practical design resources Oaklawn's internal marketing staff can use.

Equipping a brand to be distinctive, visually engaging AND accessible isn’t achievable with a Canva template or AI.

New branding and visual identity for mental healthcare that can meet ADA accessibility standards. Read our Oaklawn brand agency case study,

06/20/2025

Midjourney 7 AI video is here and is superior in quality and price compared to Adobe Firefly!

Our agency is currently rebranding a regional mental health care provider. The creative work considers both ADA compliance and also HIPAA privacy regulations. Stock media is very limited when it comes to topics like teen counseling. We offer on-location filming, but showing a patient's face requires a bullet-proof legal release. In the past we have used models as stand-ins. AI video is a game changer offering customization options, quicker turn around times and lower costs. It's a phenomenal solution for mental health care marketing.

01/16/2025

Our Fine PhotoGraphics division of the agency photographs museums, historic properties, hospitality locations and other travel destinations around the country.

We are awarding one northern Indiana travel / tourism related business or organization a free photo session. The package includes 10 professional images ideal for marketing and promotion in 2025.

Act now! Submissions are being accepted now through January 20, 2025. Visit https://bit.ly/2025photogiveaway to enter and for complete details.

High quality, storytelling photos are helpful for engaging audiences online and in e-newsletters. These images can also be used in branded merchandise.

FinePhotographics.com (Goshen, IN) photographs museums, historic properties, hospitality locations and other travel destinations around the country.
South Bend Museum of Art Visit South Bend The Bag Factory The Mill Hotel Elkhart, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Elkhart County Parks The Michiana Event Center "The MEC" Elkhart County Historical Museum The Barns at Nappanee Birds Gotta Fly Vintage
Blue Gate Restaurant & Theatre Blue Gate Performing Arts Center RV / MH Hall of Fame
Potawatomi Zoo

01/10/2025

Smart businesses are re-evaluating their spending on Google Ads and SEO. Learn why in our free video: https://stiescreative.com/2025-google-ads-seo-alternatives/

We promise it's short and there's no required sign-up, additional webinar or subscription to buy because Sties Creative is a "refreshingly different" agency.

11/20/2024

Corryn Berlin is our multi-talented intern from Bethel University. It's a been a joy working with another creative who is so intentional about branding and identity development.

Together we've explored design and collaboration software, shot national food brand products in-studio, performed an on-location lifestyle photoshoot at the University of Notre Dame campus, virtually attended and discussed Adobe MAX 2024, had video sessions with inspiring creators and weighed the pros and cons of working for traditional agencies.

Corryn graduates this December with a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and minor in Marketing. Be sure to check out her brand-new portfolio site: https://corrynberlincreative.com/

11/13/2024

In Santa's workshop creating visual concepts for holiday campaigns. Well, that's what it feels like. With the magic of AI the only "limitation" is your imagination.

Let's promote your Christmas special offers or communicate your message of goodwill.

08/16/2024

Is a lack of brand clarity holding your back? In our latest case study, see how Sties Creative Agency provided a recipe for success for a gourmet seasonings company.
https://stiescreative.com/brand.../food-retail-wholesale/

When sales plateau, a company should evaluate or re-evaluate its brand. To sustain growth, a company needs a strategic brand identity that leverages customer feedback and market trends.

01/02/2024

S3 E1 - Using 2024 Design Trends in Nostalgia Marketing - Your Creative Brief. Sharing some insight and practical ways to leverage this year's hottest creative styles: https://youtu.be/M4XMIVAB_mc?feature=shared



Featuring: KFC Burger King Fender FuelAmerica_BU La Colombe Coffee Roasters Sandy Feet Initiative Music Midtown Skopje Jazz Festival

Digital Creative Director Mark Sties provides insight and practical ways to leverage this year's hottest creative styles.Your Creative Brief Hosted by:Mark S...

10/01/2023

Generating the same fall scene in different art or artists styles through . It's our go-to for creating images for agency client campaigns when there is no existing stock, nor the time / budget for a photoshoot.

07/27/2023

like is such a gamechanger when it comes to visual . It's phenomenal for representing diversity, niche subject matter and (literally) today's news topics. And it eliminates licensing hassles. Obviously there are ethical boundaries we'll need to follow, but we can create compelling concepts, storyboards or finalized works in minutes instead of hours. We produced all of these images in MidJourney 5.2.

Want to harness the power of AI for your business or non-profit? Message us with your questions.