Hi I’m Ilka
YOUR Designer
With more than 20 years of experience, I’ve helped small business owners transform the idea of “I need a website” into a professional online presence they’re excited to share. My approach is simple and stress-free—no confusing jargon or high-pressure sales, just a clear process and a website designed to support your business.
As a small business owner myself, you’ll work directly with me from beginning to end. I believe your website should be easy to manage, truly belong to you, and give you the confidence to send every new customer its way.
When I’m not designing websites for businesses, I also run two of my own: More Than A Branch, where I create family tree charts and genealogy templates, and Artspark Genealogy Web Design, a website design studio dedicated to professional genealogists.
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Award Winning Designer
I designed the logo and website for the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, helping the chapter earn the prestigious Golden Chapter Award.
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I hold certificates in Graphic Design and Web Design from Sessions College.
In 2022, I also served as the lead social media creator for History for Ukraine, a 24-hour live-stream history marathon that raised more than $65,000 to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
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Extraordinary Support
When you work with me, you get a hands-on approach, honest guidance, and a website created with care, one that reflects your business and helps you make a memorable impression.
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I Understand Your World
As a small business owner myself, I understand what it’s like to juggle every role, from serving customers to handling the behind-the-scenes work, including the dreaded “I need to build a website” task. I’m here to make that part simple.
Happy Clients
“This was a very easy process. I get lots of compliments on my website. We have been working together for many years, and I always get the design I was looking for. I don’t know much about the technical aspects of a website, but it works great on an iPhone as well, and I know that is important, even though most of my clients use a desktop computer. Communication was a breeze.”
“The feedback is unanimous: Excellent, stunning, well done!!!!”
“Ilka built the website for my small business. She is professional, thorough, and easy to work with. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an effective and easily maintained web site.”
“Shout out to @artsparkwebdesign for cleaning up the ROCO logo. Check them out if your looking for web design, great all-in-one packages and options.”
“I was so impressed with the work you did for History for Ukraine. You did such an amazing job. I am really am grateful.”
“We love it! It looks great and gets across the message that we were looking for.”
“Ilka came to our rescue when we needed a fast website. We weren’t sure exactly what we needed but Ilka took on the assignment and produced a website that that was bold, informative and creative. She was able to get it up and running quickly with almost daily changes to it as information came in. Grace under pressure all the way!”
I have worked with Artspark Webdesign for over 12 years. Her original design for my massage business was eye catching. She listened to what I was looking for and designed a website beyond my expectations. Recently I when my hosting company did a format change, I had to totally redesign the web site. After I made the initial changes I contacted Artspark to make any corrections. Once again a beautiful eye catching website was created. It is nice to be able to manage it myself when my prices and services change. I highly recommend Artspark Webdesign.”
“Artspark Webdesign created a beautiful website for our neighborhood. The site features our history, features amazing photos from our fellow neighbors, and our Facebook feed. We feel fortunate to have this hub of information. It was a very simple process and we highly recommend Artspark Webdesign.”
“Artspark Web Design built a website for me about 5 years ago, and it nearly tripled my business within the first year. If I want a change to it, all I have to do is text her on my phone and within hours it has been changed. Many of my customers compliment me on how good the site is. I can’t thank her enough for how much it has done for my business.”
A Few Fun Facts
Double Life
I’m a genealogist too, so when I’m not building websites, there’s a good chance I’m down a rabbit hole tracing someone’s family tree (possibly my own).
Side Hustles
I run four Etsy shops on the side. Apparently “focus on one thing” was never really my style.
Passport Stamps
I’ve lived all over the world, including a year spent living in a tent on the beach while working at a hotel. “Where are you from?” doesn’t have a short answer anymore.
Plot Twist
I was on track to become a fashion illustrator. Instead, I ended up living in the Costa Rican jungle. Life had other plans, and honestly, better ones.
House Guests
I once had two pet blue jays with their own bird door — they’d fly in and out of the house whenever they pleased, often coming home with ‘gifts’ I never quite asked for.