THE CREATIVE
ART DIRECTOR.
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DESIGNER.
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PHOTOGRAPHER.
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ARTIST.
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THINKER.
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DOER.
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ME.
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ART DIRECTOR. ✦ DESIGNER. ✦ PHOTOGRAPHER. ✦ ARTIST. ✦ THINKER. ✦ DOER. ✦ ME. ✦
From Game Plans to Creative Plans. A D1 Athlete Turned Creative.
Well, I’m Desireé Starling — a born-and-raised Oklahoman now thriving in the vibrant energy of Miami, where I bring ideas to life as Art Director.
I'm a former D1 athlete turned art director, photographer and designer, with a passion for crafting bold, story-driven work that moves people. My background in sports gave me more than just discipline—it taught me how to read the room, rise under pressure, and find beauty in motion. Today, I bring that same energy into the creative world, blending a sharp visual eye with a deep respect for culture, community, and craft.
Whether I'm building out a campaign, capturing a moment through my lens, or helping shape a brand's visual voice, I lead with intention and curiosity. I believe the strongest ideas come from lived experience, and I draw on every part of mine to deliver work that feels both fresh and grounded.
I'm always pushing to evolve, ask better questions, and create with meaning in every aspect of my life. I feel incredibly blessed to build a life around creativity — and the best part is, this is only the beginning.