We’re perspektiiv — an award-winning creative studio crafting brand identities & beyond for visionaries with heart, strategy & artistry.

As creative partners in your growth, we offer full-spectrum creative and business support, ensuring your brand evolves with clarity, cohesion, and confidence. We’re here to bring your vision to life with intention and impact.

Alison Gardner (She/her)
Founder & creative director

Alison is the visionary behind Perspektiiv, a creative studio committed to empowering founders & businesses to pursue their passions with strategic & artistic design.

With degrees in business art and graphic design from Fort Lewis College and Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design, and international studies in Berlin, Germany, and the Baltic states, Alison brings a new perspective to the creative space. Since founding Perspektiiv in 2014, she has curated a talented team that shares her dedication to creating high-quality, thoughtfully crafted design that helps businesses thrive and communities flourish.

Beyond the studio, Alison loves to travel and explore the outdoors with her family—her adventurous son, Atlas, and their Australian Shepherd, Bear. The unique spelling of "Perspektiiv" is a nod to her Estonian heritage, reflecting her commitment to crafting brands that honor both individuality and legacy.

Alison currently splits her time between Portland, Oregon, and Denver, Colorado, deepening her roots in both places as she serves and uplifts the communities that inspire her work at PDCO.

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EMMA Marquez (She/her)
Lead DESIGNER & illustrator

Emma is an artist at her core—transforming founders’ visions into thoughtful, artful brand identities that balance beauty and strategy. A graduate of Oregon State University with a degree in graphic design and illustration, Emma’s passion for art and small business led her to her pivotal role at Perspektiiv, where she shapes the visual foundation of emerging and evolving brands alike.

As Lead Designer, she guides clients through the creative process with warmth, clarity, and expertise, ensuring every brand she crafts feels both deeply personal and unmistakably distinct. From branding and packaging to digital design, Emma works intuitively to translate each client’s vision into work that inspires connection and cultivates success.

When she’s not designing, you’ll find Emma surfing with her dad or exploring new cultures and creative inspiration alongside her husband, Vic.

Studio: Portland, Oregon

Beth whelan (She/her)
designer & Copywriter

Beth is an exceptionally organized and creative designer with a gift for blending artistry and strategy. She approaches each project with a deep passion for meaningful design and a distinct perspective shaped by her experience with Pendleton and other Pacific Northwest heritage brands. Her work is defined by a balance of thoughtful storytelling, intentional detail, and enduring visual impact.

As the lead designer for our Perspektiiv Partner Program, Beth collaborates closely with our long-term clients to cultivate lasting partnerships and deliver cohesive, elevated brand design. Her commitment to quality and consistency ensures that every brand she touches is set up for continued growth and success.

Outside the studio, you’ll find Beth exploring new landscapes on bike-packing adventures, teaching modern dance, or unwinding by the Willamette River—always finding inspiration in movement, nature, and connection.

Studio: Portland, Oregon

Greg Gardner (He/Him)
Digital marketing & Photography

With over 8 years of marketing and brand experience, Greg brings a wealth of expertise to Perspektiiv Design Co., having worked with high-profile brands like Subaru and Hydroflask. He specializes in crafting and executing social media strategies that amplify brand presence, foster engagement, and drive growth. Greg’s knack for creating impactful content and fostering brand connections makes him a key player in building long-lasting audience relationships.

When he’s offline, you’ll find Greg behind his film camera or drone, capturing life’s moments, or enjoying outdoor adventures with his wife, Alison, and their son, Atlas—whether on the disc golf course or split-boarding at Mt. Hood.

Studios: Portland, Oregon & Denver, Colorado

Collaborators

Katie Brousseau (graphic designer) ✱ TESS WOJAHN (graphic designer) ✱ hannah Sperber (graphic designer) ✱ Hayley pearson (graphic designer) ✱ Nicki bonuccelli (web developer) ✱ Katie swick (web DESIGNER & developer) ✱ mariah nichols (Finance manager) ✱