She Messy (or at least she wants to be)
I let go of perfection a few years ago (ship when it hits B-minus, y’all), but a talk with a life coach friend made me realize: I never let myself be messy. You know what I mean by messy? Have y...
I’m Tamia, a Brand & Photo Stylist, host of the Creative City podcast, and founder of Tether, a community and agency for creative image-makers. I started this blog back in 2008 as an anecdote to a boring desk job, and it’s been a personal touchpoint ever since. Ain’t the internet grand?
I love connecting people, making ideas happen, and I never met a spreadsheet I didn’t like. If you ever want to talk about productivity apps, where to find the best ice cream, or the nuanced genius of Prince, get at me.
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THE BLOG
You want opinions? I got ’em—along with style tips, career advice, and random unsolicited advice. Let’s dig in.
August 13, 2019
July 26, 2019No New Clothes // A Commitment to Sustainable Fashion
Come closer so I can tell you a secret: For the past year, I haven’t bought any new clothes. Given the content of this site, you may not believe me—but it’s true. As much as I love fashi...
February 26, 2019Notes from the Middle
I listen to a lot of business podcasts, and the most common guests are people who’ve been successful in some way: successful entrepreneurs, successful writers, etc. The Successful Guest™ ...
February 5, 2019Are you ready for the #CincyExperience?
It makes me a little nervous, but I have to be honest: I really like being on camera. So when the #CincyExperience asked me to be part of a video series about a day in the life of a Cincinnatian, I im...
January 14, 2019Project Spotlight // OTR Chamber of Commerce
Project Management // Brand Development // Graphic & Web Design // Campaign Development The Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce wanted to shake up its decade-old brand and message. They’d ...
November 29, 2018Presence > Presents
Welcome to Holiday Season, when buying gifts for people you love is encouraged if not mandatory. While gifts can be a wonderful gesture (receiving gifts is my Love Language; I wear a US 7 shoe…)...
STYLING PORTFOLIO
I specialize in photo styling for editorial, advertising, look books, and digital media. Working with national and regional companies like Hearst’s Sweet, Chaco Footwear, Zenni Optical, and Adorn USA, I put my eye for style and relationship-building skills to good use as a partner for brands looking to increase their influence.
