I’m Mercedes—founder of Seekers Studio, designer of intentional online homes, and someone who’s always believed in choosing the path that feels most alive.
hey there, im so glad you're here
I created this studio to help creative entrepreneurs—especially photographers and vision-led storytellers—turn their brand into a space that feels like a true reflection of who they are and what they’re here to do. I know what it’s like to pour your soul into your work and still feel like your digital presence doesn’t match your magic. I’ve been there. That gap between what you know you’re capable of and what your brand is currently communicating - it can be frustrating. But that’s why I’m here. To help you bridge that gap—with clarity, alignment, and intention. So you can step into your business fully, confidently, and attract the kind of clients and opportunities you truly want.
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WHY SEEKERS STUDIO?
I created Seekers Studio to honor entrepreneurs like you—the ones carving their own path, craving freedom, fulfillment, and a business that actually reflects your creativity, values, and growth. To me, design is so much more than aesthetics—it’s a tool for clarity, alignment, and expansion. The kind that helps you step fully into who you are and where you’re going.
For the vision-led creatives building life on their own terms.
Seeker (n):
An intentional creator building a life on their terms.
Fueled by freedom, grounded in purpose, and led by vision.
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WHY SEEKERS STUDIO?
I created Seekers Studio to honor entrepreneurs like you — the ones carving their own path, craving freedom, fulfillment, and a business that actually reflects your creativity, values, and growth. To me, design is so much more than aesthetics — it’s a tool for clarity, alignment, and expansion. The kind that helps you step fully into who you are and where you’re going.
For the vision-led creatives building life on their own terms.
Seeker (n):
An intentional creator building a life on their terms. Fueled by freedom, grounded in purpose, and led by vision.
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Designer, Seeker, Self-led Creative, and the girl who walked away from the “safe” path to build something that felt alive.
I was the 4.0 student, class president, straight-laced, "you’ve got your whole future mapped out" kind of girl. And yet—one year into college, I dropped out. Because something inside me knew: this isn’t your life. I didn’t want to play it safe or wait for permission. I wanted to live boldly, create freely, and build something of my own—even if I had no idea what that would look like. So I left. I took jobs to pay the bills—barista, server, marketing assistant, Apple sales specialist (yep, that happened)—and saved every dollar to chase a feeling. That feeling turned into two years, fifteen countries, and a growing online community watching me figure it out as I went.
WELCOME TO MY NOT-SO-LINEAR PATH...
At the time, I thought I was just collecting experiences. But looking back, I was building something way more powerful. I just didn’t know it yet.
Every job taught me how to sell, serve, and storytell. Every brand collab, every flight, every connection with another dreamer lit something up in me. I didn’t plan to become a web designer—but the truth is, I was being shaped into one all along. And that foundation? It became Seekers Studio. The space you're in now. A studio built for creative entrepreneurs who are done shrinking and ready to be seen for the depth, the fire, and the vision they bring. Women like you, who are no longer waiting to be chosen—because they’re already choosing themselves.
At the time, I thought I was just collecting experiences. But looking back, I was building something way more powerful. I just didn’t know it yet.
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What Inspires Me
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Embodying the Seeker Archetype
Off the screen, I have a mission that runs through everything I do—including Seekers Studio: to live the boldest life possible, become the best version of myself, and be living proof that you can do the same. If there’s one thing you’ll notice about me, it’s that I don’t like limits—and I do my best to live like they don’t exist. I fully expect myself to overcome whatever stands in my way, and that mindset shapes everything I create, pursue, and pour into. Whether it’s building a business, traveling the world, or building the body and life of my dreams, I’m always seeking growth—the kind that transforms you from the inside out.
If you're curious about the journey behind the screen, the mindset, the moves, the messiness, and the magic. Come say hi!
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Interview Me
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What does freedom mean to you—and how do you design for it?
To me, freedom means living beyond limitations—yes, financial and situational, but even more so the self-imposed ones we carry within. I believe life is a journey of unbecoming everything we’re not, and fully stepping into who we truly are. It’s about showing up as your most aligned, authentic, and magnetic self—and creating space to live that out in a way that feels expansive, healing, and deeply fulfilling. Designing for freedom starts with getting radically honest about what you want. Then it’s uncovering the beliefs keeping you stuck, healing them, embodying the future version of yourself before it’s even tangible—and taking aligned action until it becomes your reality. That’s when freedom finds you—because you’ve already decided to live like it’s yours.
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What makes a website truly work for your business?
It needs to reflect where you're going, not just where you are. So many entrepreneurs play small online because of imposter syndrome—but your website should hold the energy of your next level. One of my clients, a wedding photographer and videographer, was still promoting services she no longer loved. Once we got clear on her true vision—traveling the world, doing high-end wedding and brand shoots—we rebranded everything to match that. Her new site positioned her as an Award-Winning Photographer & Videographer Available Worldwide (because that’s who she truly is), with pricing and visuals to match. That’s the power of alignment—and that’s when your business really starts to grow in the direction you truly want it to go.
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What does a successful day look like for you?
A successful day starts with getting up early, heading to the gym to move my body, and listening to an episode from one of my favorite podcasts (usually Diary of a CEO, Know Thyself, or Jay Shetty) on the drive. I’ll come home, make a nourishing breakfast, and head to a coffee shop to spend the day building what I love—whether that’s Seekers Studio or creating content for my personal brand. It’s a day rooted in growth, intention, and forward momentum—but without the unnecessary pressure I tend to put on myself (entrepreneur syndrome, anyone?).
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What’s your go-to way to reset or feel grounded?
I put in my AirPods, play my “dreamers” playlist, and let myself get completely lost in my own world. When I’m feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or stuck in fear, I turn to cinematic, empowering music that helps me see the version of me I’m becoming. It allows me to reconnect with my vision, feel my purpose again, and remember why I’m doing this. It’s like pressing play on clarity—and stepping back into the energy I want to lead with.
[Listen to My “Dreamers” Playlist →]
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What has been your biggest milestone yet?
My biggest milestone is the one that sparked the belief Seekers Studio was built on. The name actually comes from a phrase that changed my life—and that I now have tattooed on my arm: Seek Discomfort. That mindset took me from a lonely, socially anxious middle school girl to senior class president of my high school, where I was awarded “Social Butterfly of the Class” and gave a six-minute speech in a stadium full of thousands. It didn’t happen overnight. It took four years of saying yes to things that scared me—joining clubs, making new friends, volunteering for every uncomfortable opportunity to grow. And by the end, I became someone I never thought I could be. That experience solidified one of my deepest beliefs: that you can change your life, rewrite your story, and become the person you’ve always dreamed of being.
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Client Love
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Breanne
"I’m absolutely blown away by how my site turned out. Since launching, I’ve received incredible feedback it’s been so exciting. My site truly feels like a reflection of me and my work. Mercedes has such a gift for capturing the heart of your business and translating it into something that feels so authentic. I can’t recommend her enough!"
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Jess
"Mercedes understood my vision instantly. Her design style aligned so well with mine, and she brought it to life in the most intentional way—especially by putting my video portfolio front and center. I finally feel like I have a professional site that still feels like me. I’m so happy with how everything turned out!."
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Renee
"I cannot even describe how excited I am about this site! Mercedes did more then just build me a website, she has given me an opportunity to step back and truly see myself. This site isn't just a tool, it's a mirror showing me the potential I've always had but hadn't fully recognized. It's igniting a renewed passion and belief in what I can achieve, and that is truly invaluable."
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This is more then a transformation to see, it's one to truly feel.
"More then a transformation to see, it's one to feel"
The Seekers Experience isn’t just about creating a beautiful website — it’s about helping you step into the next version of your business with clarity, confidence, and ease. I know firsthand what it’s like to feel held back by a website that no longer reflects the level of work you’re capable of. For a while, I stayed quiet too—not because I didn’t believe in my skills, but because my online presence didn’t match the business I was building. And it made it hard to fully show up and market myself with confidence.
This exact website you’re scrolling through now is the result of a complete transformation. The previous version was outdated and tied to an old version of me — and updating it was the shift I needed to finally move forward, show up fully, and own the direction I was headed. Now it's you turn to step into the magnetic version of yourself and your business, and I promise I'll help you get there.
