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Cathy B. Design

Welcome to my design studio & happy place in Austin, Texas. I’m Cathy Braffet Richardson—designer, artist, and creative storyteller. Over three decades, I’ve partnered with brands like The Walt Disney Company and Michaels, collaborated with local businesses, and built a body of licensed artwork. I bring strategic thinking, authentic design, and true collaboration to every project. Let’s create fresh, effective work that captures your voice and tells your unique story.

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Care. Create. Communicate.

Care. Create. Communicate.

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  • Linda S. , Property Marketing Manager | CBRE | The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes

    Working with Cathy on our branding project was a great experience. She brought creativity, insight, and energy to every stage of the project, intuitively understanding the vision while helping shape and strengthen concepts into a compelling, fully realized brand. Her collaborative approach and talent for creating colorful, engaging artwork makes her an invaluable partner and a pleasure to work with.

  • Sophie H. | Sr Marketing Coordinator | CBRE | Hill Country Galleria

    Every collaboration with Cathy is a wonderful experience. She has a unique ability to take an idea and transform it into a creative, thoughtful design that perfectly captures the vision of each event. She's easy to work with, responsive, and truly cares about making every project the best it can be.”

  • Jessica S. | Programs Manager, Dripping Springs Community Library

    Working with Cathy is like capturing lightning in a bottle! Her joy and light shine through every project because she puts so much heart into everything she does. We’re so lucky to have such a talented artist here in Dripping Springs, and even luckier to have her working with our library!

  • Brandis S. | Principal, Barton Creek Elementary

    Cathy is an absolute joy to work with... kind, responsive, collaborative, and genuinely invested in bringing each project to life. Her artwork is incredibly vibrant and joyful, and the murals she has created for our school continue to bring smiles to our students, staff, and families every single day.