Welcome to DuFriend Design

At DuFriend Design, we believe every creation tells a story. Founded by the dynamic duo, Jon and Amber DuFriend, our studio is a harmonious blend of meticulous design and heartfelt artistry. Together, we craft pieces that resonate, inspire, and leave a lasting impression.​

Whether you're launching a new venture, reimagining your brand, or seeking art that speaks to the soul,
we're here to collaborate and bring your vision to life.

Meet the Team

At the heart of DuFriend Design is a creative duo—Jon and Amber DuFriend—dedicated to crafting work that is deeply personal, intentionally purposeful, and subtly rebellious. Their collaboration merges Jon's strategic design expertise with Amber's artistic intuition, resulting in creations that resonate on multiple levels. Together, they navigate the intersection of art and design, infusing each project with their unique blend of discipline and creativity. Their shared vision is not just about producing visually compelling work, but about telling stories that matter, challenging conventions, and leaving a lasting impact. Through DuFriend Design, they invite others into a space where authenticity meets innovation, and where every piece is a testament to their shared passion and commitment.

  • Graphic Designer / Fine Artist

  • Jon DuFriend is a multidisciplinary designer and artist with nearly a decade of experience across brand identity, digital design, motion graphics, and creative strategy. As a lead designer at 3Enrollment Marketing, Jon has shaped the visual direction of university campaigns nationwide — crafting everything from email and social ads to landing pages, print materials, and motion pieces.

    He’s also the co-founder of dufriend design, a creative studio and upcoming streetwear brand focused on thoughtful visuals, playful rebellion, and real-life storytelling. Jon brings a unique blend of discipline (as an Army veteran) and wit (as a dad, gamer, and pixel perfectionist) to every project. His creative work is fueled by collaboration, curiosity, and the desire to build things that last.

    When he’s not designing, he’s painting, or working alongside his wife Amber, a fine artist and creative partner.

    • Art Direction & Branding

    • Motion Graphics & Animation

    • UI/UX Design (Mobile + Web)

    • Print & Digital Design

    • Creative Strategy

    • Visual Storytelling

    • Team Collaboration

    • Client Pitches & Presentations

    Design Tools

    • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere)

    • Figma

    • Squarespace & Webflow

    • Motion Templates (Premier Pro / After Effects)

    • Canva, Lightroom

    Other Strengths

    • Deep understanding of enrollment marketing

    • Experience leading creative for over 10 higher ed institutions

    • Veteran discipline, creative humor, and adaptive thinking

    • Passion for thoughtful, impactful design that feels human


  • Fine Artist

  • Amber DuFriend is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans painting, digital illustration, sculpture, photography, and design. With a deep love for detail and experimentation, her art balances precision with emotion — inviting viewers into a layered world of color, texture, and quiet storytelling.

    Amber has been creating since early childhood, constantly exploring new techniques and refining her unique visual voice. Her pieces often reflect her life’s greatest inspirations: nature, pop culture, music, and most deeply, the loving home and creative collaboration she shares with her husband and son. Whether working solo or alongside Jon as part of dufriend design, Amber brings care, soul, and a sense of wonder to everything she touches.

    For her, art is both a personal escape and a lifelong legacy — one she hopes future generations will feel, connect with, and remember.

    • Fine Art Painting (Acrylic, Mixed Media)

    • Digital Illustration (iPad + Procreate)

    • Sculpture (Clay, Mixed Materials)

    • Conceptual Collage & Pattern Design

    • Photography (Nature, Portrait, Texture-Based)

    • Handcrafted Detail Work & Linework

    • Color Theory & Emotional Palette Development

    Software & Tools

    • Procreate

    • Adobe Photoshop

    • Adobe Illustrator

    • Traditional Painting Tools & Techniques

    • Custom Texture / Layering Processes

    • Camera + Manual Editing

    Other Strengths

    • Decades of hands-on art experience

    • Highly skilled in both traditional and digital mediums

    • Passion for emotional connection through visual art

    • Deep sense of patience, precision, and experimentation

    • Collaborative creative projects with dufriend design

Let’s Create Something Meaningful

Every project starts with a spark—an idea, a dream, a vision. Whether you're launching a new venture, transforming a passion into a profession, or bringing a creative concept to life, we're here to help you tell your story in a way that's authentic and impactful. At DuFriend Design, we believe in the power of thoughtful design and meaningful collaboration.
Let's connect and explore how we can bring your ideas to fruition.​

Coming Soon:
DuFriend Design Store

A collection of art and design that blends meticulous craftsmanship with heartfelt storytelling. From vibrant digital illustrations to intricate mixed-media pieces, each creation is a testament to our passion and purpose.