bold august, formerly let’s go studio
At Bold August, we believe that the ultimate balance between kindness, passion, and communication is what makes a successful project.
We believe that what we’re doing is helping small business’ passions thrive, so we hope that you trust our expertise to help your business shine online.
Everyone is Welcome. We are committed to equal opportunity.
Bold August Design Studio values diversity and equal opportunity. We work with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and any client that is ready for a beautiful brand presence and website. We are pro-Trans, pro-Black, pro-LGBTQ+, pro-Science, and pro-kindness.
Please reach out if any of our language does not reflect this core value of ours.
Our Brand Values
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Communication
We pride ourselves on constant communication and clear expectations. We would rather over-communicate than under-communicate.
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Balance
Your job isn’t your life. Family comes first. If you need to reschedule, postpone, or have space due to mental health, we’re here for that.
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Kindness
We approach every project with kindness and empathy, and ask for it in return. We understand everyone is at different levels of tech-savvy and we aim to meet you where you are.
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Sustainability
We’ll recommend the best, sustainable options if you choose to print or get brand swag. We also strive to work with carbon neutral platforms.
The Bold Team
Bold August Design Studio is owned, operated, and designed by Olivia August, and she will be your main point of contact on your project. She is also the lead designer and every design, Canva template, and brand goes through her.
We utilize contractors and freelancers to enhance our offerings and create a flexible team for all of our projects, so you might see other email addresses on email threads and your accounts.
Olivia Hutto August
Owner and Lead Designer
Virgo | INTJ | Atlanta, GA
2022 makes my 10th year of being a professional designer - HOLY COW! I absolutely love teaching design and aim to integrate empowerment and resources into every project I do. You can catch more of my humor and personality over on the ‘gram.
Fun facts about me:
I am “from” Atlanta, meaning I’ve been here 10+ years!
I love playing games: from board games to video games, you can find me playing something cozy and fun
I’ve been to Russia, Spain, Italy, Mexico, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic - and can’t wait to keep experiencing new places!
The Bold Team
We use contractors to build a flexible, passionate team. Learn how these amazing women help Bold August function!
Claire Clausing
Senior Designer
Most of what I learned about art and design came from my mother— who is a graphic design and typography professor! (Yeah, she’s really cool.) I actually went to college for film production, which has come in super handy with making some wild Tiktoks + Reels. I’m an enneagram 4w3, which means I love a good cry and a good checklist. I love making things beautiful and helping other small business owners launch websites they’re truly proud of!
Fun facts about Claire:
I love to sing and dance, and I recently had the chance to be Cinderella in my community theater’s production of Cinderella!
I’m from Bloomington, IL — which was the inspiration for my business’ name, Blooming Design Co., where I sell Squarespace templates.
My husband and I love to travel — he also owns a business and sells National Park gear! I’ve visited 12 parks so far and can’t wait to see more.
Dr. Jessie McCrary
Blog Writer, Researcher
Jessie McCrary has a PhD in rhetoric and composition, and her day job is in scholarships & fellowships advising in higher education. She doesn't let any of that prevent her from knitting and sewing garments for her me-made wardrobe. Jessie is a lifelong writer and curious person; one of many projects resulting from this is the podcast she cohosted 2017-2020 with Olivia, "The Origins Of." The two may or may not have more podcast ideas in the works...
Fun facts about Jessie:
Studied abroad for a summer in China (2007); Studied abroad in Cuba in 2011.
Grew up in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and has had to argue with at least a few people that it is, in fact, part of the U.S.
Saw the Spice Girls perform in 1998 (Peak Nineties)
Names her cats after Tarantino heroines (so far: Beatrix and Shosanna)”
We Love Collaborating!
We also work hand in hand with other teams across Atlanta and beyond!
Senior Designer + Owner Olivia is available for white label work.
We currently work with and recommend the following teams: