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A large gold star with pink and orange smaller stars around it on a black background.

DON’T BEAT AROUND THE BUSH

BRING YOUR BRAND TO LIFE WITH ILLUSTRATIONS
THAT SPARK CONNECTION.

Perfect for Product-led Brands that want to be 
Noticed, Remembered and Loved!
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Retro Style golden star-shaped confetti with pink and orange star-shaped accents on a black shadow background
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STOP BLENDING IN!

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SPARK RECOGNITION!

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SHOW YOUR PERSONALITY!

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MAKE YOUR PRODUCTS UNFORGETTABLE!

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MAKE 'EM SMILE!

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CONNECT AT A GLANCE!

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STOP BLENDING IN! ✶ SPARK RECOGNITION! ✶ SHOW YOUR PERSONALITY! ✶ MAKE YOUR PRODUCTS UNFORGETTABLE! ✶ MAKE 'EM SMILE! ✶ CONNECT AT A GLANCE! ✶

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ILLUSTRATION IS A MEGAPHONE FOR YOUR BRAND

Your business deserves more than generic visuals.
Hand-drawn illustration brings a human touch that stock or AI can’t replicate, because it’s made with your story, your goals, and your audience in mind.

It grabs attention faster than words, sparks real emotional connection, and makes your products, campaigns, and characters stick wherever they show up.

I help product-led brands shine with bold, personality-packed illustration that feels tailor-made for your audience.

✸ Give your brand the spark it's been waiting for! ✸

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Trusted by brands who know standing out matters. My illustrations have powered products, sparked campaigns, and built unforgettable characters.
Ready to make yours the next big hit?

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Have a wee peek at how I’ve helped brands bring their products to life…

Children's coloring book titled 'Globi's Adventures: Colouring his way around England, UK' with a cartoon bear holding a Union Jack flag and a suitcase, flying over the globe with clouds and a paper plane nearby.
Two young men wearing green T-shirts with cartoon character designs, standing outdoors on a rooftop with a railing and buildings in the background.
A pair of oven mitts with a colorful pattern of vegetables, cheese, and kitchen items on a light wooden surface.

WORK WITH ME

Helping product-led brands become instantly recognisable.

ILLUSTRATION THAT BUILDS BRANDS AND SELLS PRODUCTS

✸ Hand-drawn ✸ Personality-packed ✸ Playful on purpose

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ILLUSTRATION

Custom hand-drawn illustration designed around your story and audience; for brands who want personality you can feel.

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BRANDING

Illustration-led branding for product-led businesses: lively logos, mascots and brand assets that look great on packs, posts and merch; for brands that want real character!

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SURFACE PATTERNS

(coming soon)

Playful, print-ready patterns.
For brands that want their personality stitched, stamped and splashed across every touchpoint.

lets collaborate!
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Hi! I’m Michelle Duffy

…the creative spark behind Yaldi Designs

BRISBANE-BASED ILLUSTRATOR FOR BOLD, PRODUCT-LED BRANDS.

I create playful, vibrant illustrations with humour and heart that help your brand stand out, connect with your audience, and be remembered for all the right reasons.

From illustrated products and merch to campaigns and
brand assets, my work brings personality and presence
to your business.

In today’s crowded market, it’s not just about what you sell…
it’s about how you make people feel. 

Every brand deserves to be remembered.
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Happy clients, Happy brands...
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Two large, star-shaped sparkle graphics, one beige and one orange, on a black background.

“The final result fit my idea to a tee
(pun intended). The mascot created real excitement for my business—the shirts sold, and it gave me weeks of fresh social media content. What’s not to love?”

Joey, ZAZA’S PLACE.

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Stylized Starburst shapes in peach, orange, and cream against a black background.

“Since the rebrand, I feel so much more confident in how I present my business.
It has made connecting with my audience easier, stronger, and so much more fun!”

Emma, HEARTY LITTLE KITCHEN

✨ Ready to Bring Your Brand to Life? ✨

LET’S CREATE SOMETHING YOUR AUDIENCE WON’T FORGET!

start your project
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