Don’t worry, I’m not here to tell you my coffee order (non-coffee drinker here!) But I will tell you that I’m a whole lotta things – crime podcast listenin’ and conspiracy theory lovin’ wife, mama, and deaf woman. 

Over the years, I always found myself craving to fit in. Being deaf was something that always set me apart from the rest and I spent my life resenting the fact that I was different.

But as I embraced my creative side, I realized something. Who gives a crap about fitting in? It’s actually our quirky, unique, and different qualities that makes us who we are. I carry that sentiment with me in everything I do. 

And after 7 years of photographing weddings, I decided to hang it up and go after a new dream. But who better to serve than the industry of creatives I understand all too well? 

Wedding photographers – I’m lookin’ at you. Let’s do something epic together, yeah?

We’ve been there – sucked into the hustle culture, burnt out by trends, overwhelmed by the crowded wedding industry, and always focused on fitting in. 

BUT WHAT IF WE TOLD YOU WE HAD AN ANSWER TO ALL OF THAT? 

MICHAELA DUNN

founder + CEO

Get ready to *eye roll* because we’re coming in hot with something a little cliche (but also something you absolutely need to hear!)

You were born to stand out. So fitting in? Yeah, that's something we're not interested in around here.

                 Belly laughs before bed with my girls


long car rides with my family,                 Rain at night

Chick-Fil-A                             the do not disturb button

a few of my favorite things

Ditching the #hustle and caring for the human first. Nurturing the life you want to live. While being the person you want to be.

We believe this.....

Transforming your POV as a business owner and guiding you to step into your best year yet.

what we can help with

Don’t worry, I’m not here to tell you my coffee order (non-coffee drinker here!) But I will tell you that I’m a whole lotta things – crime podcast listenin’ and conspiracy theory lovin’ wife, mama, and deaf woman. 

Over the years, I always found myself craving to fit in. Being deaf was something that always set me apart from the rest and I spent my life resenting the fact that I was different.

But as I embraced my creative side, I realized something. Who gives a crap about fitting in? It’s actually our quirky, unique, and different qualities that makes us who we are. I carry that sentiment with me in everything I do. 

And after 7 years of photographing weddings, I decided to hang it up and go after a new dream. But who better to serve than the industry of creatives I understand all too well? 

Photographers – I’m lookin’ at you. Let’s dream up something epic together, yeah? 

Founded by a wedding photographer turned website designer with one soul-led mission – to help you feel good as you grow. 

Our Story

Hi there - I'm Andrea! 
I'm an experienced all rounder when it comes to branding, print, digital and marketing collateral design and I LOVE to support fellow creatives and small biz owners alike! I've been designing for over a decade and make sure to inject attention to detail, care and thoughtfulness into everything I do.

When I'm not designing, you'll find me hanging with my girls (proud mama of three!) or reading on my kindle - I love to unplug my being in nature and by surrounding myself with people who bring me joy. I always feel grateful that I get to work with so many amazing, inspiring and kind people - looking forward to being part of your journey too.


/ brand strategist

Andrea Barras

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And the best is still yet to come... stay tuned!

Dunn Design co. Is now Dunn&Co. More than a design company

We are now focused on being a guide for photographers so that they can achieve their version of success. 

2023

Added 1:1 Consulting to my services

Welcomed a team member

Serving photographers on a deeper level so that they can achieve tangible results

2022

Had my daughter 

Realized I wanted to work WITH photographers not alongside them

Designed my first website for someone other than me 

Booked a few logo design projects/ Dunn Design Co is born

2021-2022

On track to hit 100K+ with my bookings

covid hit

I got pregnant

2020

Graduated highschool

Shooting my first wedding focused year 

Made 13K the whole year


2018

15 years old in high school

picked up a rebel canon camera

had my first session 

started "Michaela Kessler Photography"

2015

Dunn&Co. didn't just happen overnight, it started with a burnt out photographer and a dream for a time when things would be easy. Here's the journey...

Through the years

TIMELINE of  Dunn&Co.