I am currently seeking contract opportunities in web, graphic, and print design. I specialize in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) standards and create clean web solutions, utilizing HTML standards (HTML 4.01, XHTML 1.1), CSS 2.1, XML, and JavaScript. I am passionate about graphic and layout design and I believe in bold, concise visual design, while maintaining a clear message and practical content. I am experienced in helping you to understand the needs of your clients and will strive to improve your client relationships by providing you with a visually pleasing brand and style.

Since 1999, I aim to provide you with the highest quality work. I possess a strong commitment to deadlines and open availability, so I’m always here when you need me. Design is my passion; this is what I love to do. Let me share my passion with you!

On this site, you will find my résumé and my portfolio available online for your viewing pleasure. Feel free to contact me for a quote, by email or phone at: nataliepants@gmail.com or (503) 389-0620.

Below you will find my personal blog, where I like to post interesting tidbits from around the internet, as well as a look into my personal life and the things and people whom I love.

- Natalie

Lost Lake - Hood River, OR

View of the trees from our camp site

It’s on the other side of Mt Hood (from Portland) nestled deep in the Mt Hood National Forest, far, far away from any civilization. I was in love. The water was absolutely freezing and there are no showers at this campground so bathing was… brisk, to say the least. What I liked most about this campground is how big each individual camp spot is, plus they’re all very distanced from each other. Because of this, campers aren’t all piled up on one another – in fact, we could barely see the our neighbors through the trees and brush. They have lots of hiking trails, and a part-wooden trail that follows the edge of the water so you can get a good view of the lake from every angle.

The only downside is that they don’t take reservations, so if you happen to arrive on a busy weekend, make sure to get there early because these amazing spots are in high demand. You can check out the Lost Lake Campground website here.

Have you seen this viral video, Double Rainbow? I can’t stop laughing at the remix..

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Natalie’s Chunky Guacamole 2 Large Hass avocados Or 4 small avocados 1/2 of a red onion, chopped 1/2 lime 1 jalapeno pepper, minced I like it hot, so I leave in the seeds. If the heat is too much for you, seed your jalapeno before mincing. About 3 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt

Guacamole Ingredients

Split avocados and remove pit. Using a fork, mash the avocados up in a tupperware container for storage later. Add red onion, jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, and salt. I love lime juice, so I usually use an entire lime in my guac, but you can use less if you like. I also like my guacamole extra spicy, so sometimes I add a habanero pepper in addition to the jalapeno.

Natalie's Chunky Guacamole

To keep your guac from oxidizing and turning brown, cover it with a layer of plastic wrap inside the tupperware container. Enjoy!