Hi, I’m Maria

Designer, developer, and the person behind Tides Studio.

I help photographers and creatives build beautiful, strategic websites in weeks, not months.

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A little about me

Hi again, I’m Maria—a Filipina brand and website designer working with photographers, creatives, and small business owners across the US, Australia, and beyond.

I move fast because I know you don't want to spend months on this. My clients come to me for speed, strategy, and design that actually works—without the drama.

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Behind the name

Tides Studio was born during one of the roughest seasons of my life — a mix of small highs and a lot of lows. Everything felt uncertain, and it took a lot of grit (and coffee) to keep going.

The name comes from the idea that life moves in tides—rising, falling, always moving forward. That season taught me to be adaptable, steady, and committed to helping others build something solid, no matter where they're starting from.

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My approach

Design is more than how it looks — it’s how it works for you.

My process blends strategy, design, and development into one seamless experience.

Here's what that looks like:

Strategy First

We get clear on your goals, audience, and must-haves before I touch a single pixel.

Design + Build Together

Your site is designed and developed in real time.

Training + Support

Know exactly how to run your site — plus 30 days of support.

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Why work with Tides Studio

This isn't just about a website or brand—it's about giving you the tools, confidence, and strategy to move forward.

Here's the thing: a beautiful website that you can't update yourself isn't actually that useful. I build sites that look good AND work for you long after I'm done. I make sure it works just as well as it looks—and that you can actually run it yourself.

Here's what my clients value most:

  • Project wraps in weeks, not months, without cutting corners.

  • I’m your designer, developer, and strategist in one. No handoffs, no miscommunication.

  • You see the site take shape in real time, with clear check-ins at every step.

  • Full training, 30 days of support, and a build you actually understand.

Ready to work together?

Whether you're building from scratch or upgrading what's already there, I'll help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

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