We get it. Creating authentic, stand-out creative assets can be hard.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your website or need creative direction for your next record, you’ve come to the right place. We’re a boutique design studio that creates authentic album covers and stand-out websites for country music artists, and we’d love to work with you. Chances are we’re already a big fan of you and your music!

WHY US

We’re the country music design experts you need.

We’re not your standard design agency, and we’re not at all like your record label’s creative team. Here’s what makes us different:

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WE’RE EXPERIENCED IN DESIGN AND MUSIC

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Our founder and creative director, Kelsey, worked on the creative team at a major record label in Nashville, TN for 5 years before leaving to start Howdy Creative. While designing websites for the biggest names in country music, she learned the strategies and best practices that we use for our clients today.

WE INVEST OUR TIME AND ATTENTION INTO YOU

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While working at the label, Kelsey was frustrated by quick-turnarounds and a long list of artists that deserved more attention than what they were given. Here at Howdy, we invest our time into you and your music. We work with a limited number of artists at a time to truly understand each’s personality and vision. This allows us to create authentic cover art and websites that attract and engage a growing fan base.

WE LIVE AND BREATHE COUNTRY MUSIC

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It may sound cheesy, but it’s true. Country music isn’t just our 9-5 job. We were raised on country and know it through and through. Most days, we listen to it from the time we wake up to the time we go to bed. Kelsey’s leading passion for country music keeps us inspired on each and every project. When we say we freaking love it, we’re not kidding.

Howdy, I’m Kelsey!

MEET THE FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Portrait of founder & creative director, Kelsey Prenger Barga

Nice to meet you! I head up all of our album art and web design projects here at Howdy Creative, and I’m so excited you’re here.

Those who know me well know that I love country music. It’s what led me to Nashville in 2017 to work at one of the biggest record labels in town. I was so excited to pair my passion for design with my love of country music, and let me tell you those 5 years at the label were some of the best times of my life. I’m so thankful for my experience there and all that I learned, but amidst the pandemic and political agendas, I quickly realized that corporate culture isn’t my cup of tea. I absolutely loved designing for country artists but wanted to do it on my own terms.

Insert Howdy Creative – my very own design studio. I left the label and started my own business, which was the scariest but most rewarding thing I’ve done yet. Whether you’re looking to refresh your website or need creative direction for your next record, I’m here to help. Let’s chat and get started on your next design project!

OUR VALUES

We’re just simple beer-drinkin’, church-goin’ folks who know a thing or two about designing album art and websites for country music artists.

We really resonate with small-town folks who, like us, grew up loving country music, working hard, and praying to the man upstairs. If that’s you, you’re in good company.

HOW IT WORKS

Ready to stand out
in the industry and
grow your audience?

Click the “Get Started” button below and complete the contact form to let us know about your project needs.

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INQUIRE

We’ll schedule a consultation call to further discuss your needs and goals, as well as answer any questions.

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DISCUSS

We’ll work together to bring your album art and/or website to life!

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COLLABORATE

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