Art + Photography + Design

Mackenzie Bakewell

Hello, my name is Mackenzie Bakewell and I’m a multimedia artist and author based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. My work mixes hand-drawn illustration, photography, writing, and graphic design using print and digital media.

RECENT BOOKS

Coloring the Cosmos
This coloring book features 24 original illustrations plus a 10-page introduction to astrology, which is written in a visually engaging way. Each of the 12 zodiac signs have a chapter that introduces the key information about each that provides the fundamentals for exploring astrology.
Unlocking Harmony

A coloring book for better health and inner peace, Unlocking Harmony features 24 mandala-style patterns as well as an introductory guide about coloring for well-being, color harmonies, chakra energies, and the simple practice of mindful coloring. 

collaborative project

Custom Coloring art Series

Three original illustrations created for Environment Oregon, to be used in their conservation efforts to Protect the Owyhee Canyonlands. This is part of an ongoing collaboration to create an educational art kit for teachers, leaders, and conservation activists. Hundreds of copies of the coloring pages have been distributed to raise awareness about the need to protect this part of Oregon.

ARTIST & AUTHOR Services

Multimedia Art & Design

Create printed proofs, design concepts, and final artwork. I can print in-house and provide digital retouching. My art studio has all the tools you need for self-publishing.

Original Illustration

Artwork for logos, education, book graphics, and more. My art style mixes realistic detail with cartoon style that can be adapted to match the look you’re hoping to achieve. 

Photography Portraits

Professional portraits for you, your business, your brand, your family, and your pets. We’ll work together to capture the photographs you need to tell your story.

Editing & Copywriting

Let’s work together to turn your ideas into tangible reality using print and digital media. I can help you edit, format, and ensuring your writing is ready for publishing. 

“Thank you, Mackenzie, for encouraging me to get my first book into the world and making the publishing process as simple as possible.”

“Mackenzie, it was so great working with  you. The photographs you captured were perfect, and your calm and creative energy helped us all have a great time. Thank you!”

CLIENT SPOTLIGHTS

Bilingual Book Set

Publishing services for yoga therapist and sleep coach, including interior design, project management, and proofing for English and Spanish editions in both ebook and paperback.

New Business Brand

Design, writing, and web building services for new business owned by executive coach. Guided the client through ideation, writing web copy, and putting it all together as a polished, cohesive brand.

Original logo Art

Logo design services to create a custom character for professional pet photographer, bringing the client’s vision to life with original artwork inspired by her and her own dog.

About Mackenzie

Mackenzie Bakewell is the artist and author of the books Coloring the Cosmos, Unlocking Harmony, Journey of Colors, and Coloring is Good for You: 13 Reasons to Color Daily. Mackenzie graduated from Oregon State University, where she studied New Media Communications. Her artwork and writings are inspired by a lifetime of exploring nature and new places with her camera and sketchbook in hand.

Let’s make something AMAZING together

Get in touch to let me know what you’re looking to create and we’ll get the conversation started.

Based in the pacific northwest