PHOTOGRAPHER. ART DIRECTOR. DESIGNER. ARTIST. THINKER. DOER. ME.

Who Am I?

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.

My Mission

My mission is to craft visually compelling narratives that blend the discipline of a former D1 athlete with the creative vision of an art director and photographer. With a deep respect for culture, movement, and storytelling, I bring fresh perspective, sharp intuition, and relentless curiosity to every campaign—whether rooted in sport or beyond.

What I DO

  • Using my imagination and design skills to create thoughtful and beautiful campaigns and branding.

  • Capturing captivating images using my unique perspective.

  • Same unique perspective, but catching the action in motion.

  • Using all my skills to create designs for apparel, social, small businesses and more.

  • Expressing my creativity in other ways. Painting, digital design, etc.