Originally from Burlington, Vermont, Natalie fell in love with Newport’s coastal community nearly a decade ago. After moving there full time, the ocean quickly became a source of inspiration for her creative work.

In late 2024, she began creating what would become the foundation of Sunwray’s product line. An avid illustrator and graphic designer, Natalie not only curates and designs every Sunwray product but also hand-produces some of them herself.

When she’s not at the shop, you’ll find her running along the Cliff Walk, sketching at the beach, sneaking in an afternoon swim, or walking her two pugs through town.