Typographic Promo Poster

I was recently asked to design a poster to promote my services at a local Business Centre.

I saw an image on the cover of a computer magazine which inspired me. I had been wanting to do some typographic art for a while, so this was a perfect opportunity.

Tongue in Cheek Packaging

Apologies if I am the last person on this planet to see this fab packaging, but this tongue in cheek style for Soap & Glory caught my eye on the shelves of my local Boots chemist. The design company is Biggs & Co who are based over in New York and LA. 'Glow Job' is just one of a whole line of beauty products with similar packaging with witty title's such as The Greatest Scrub of All and Sexy Mother Pucker. Lovin it.

A Must Read...

Just finished reading this great book written by Jon Edge (Wolff Ollins) and Andy Milligan.

It's a great help to anyone wishing to understand what branding is really all about. A real straight-talkers guide to branding along with helpful insights into how designers can add value to clients and how clients can understand what us designers are really up to.  I could go on, but I won't, just go and buy it, borrow it or steal it...an essential for anyone involved in branding. I have a copy if anyone wishes to borrow it. P

Zeras Pop Up

Pop Up exhibition stand for Zeras Industries LLP whom I have worked with since their formation in 2006. They specialise in asbestos removal and safety. Not the most glamorous of industries, so the design challenges were even harder. They're pop-up stand needed to look serious, but not boring. Thanks to Carrick Signs also for getting the production done so quickly. Nice job guys.

Centrepiece Landscapes Brochure

Centrepiece Landscapes asked me to create a small, compact brochure for their business. The use of simple striking imagery on the cover and a clean layout inside served on an uncoated environmentally freindly stock, suited this brief perfectly. View their blog 'Lush Landscapes' for more information. 

Charles Foundation Prototype T-Shirt

Just arrived off the printing press. Front and back of the t-shirt. The colour was a little bit washed out so hopefully we can get this fixed and looking more vibrant for the actual print run. Already for him to wear when Charles himself takes part in the 'Great North Run' in September. Good Luck!

Cockermouth Foot Clinic

Ruth Hellen from Cockermouth Foot Clinic in ....er Cockermouth (for those of you who are laughing as you read this.. it is an actual place in Cumbria). I was asked to design some new business cards / appointment cards and will soon be helping with their shop signage and internal banners. 

Anyone for a pedicure? 

Nice displays in Harrogate.

Recently went to visit a friend in Harrogate and came across some nice retail window design and shop signage. These 3 were all in the same street to. So nice to see some shops doing something a little different and using design. The 'Phase Eight' sign is my fav - looks like ribbon, but made of wood. Neat!

New logo for Spinal Injury Charity

Charles Deans is a man whom I recently met and have become friends with. To cut a long story short he is in a wheelchair due to an accident at work and is now putting all his efforts (well almost all, I think his wife and 2 children may argue) into his foundation which was started a few months ago. I was asked to create a logo and future branded items such as sponsor forms, t-shirts etc, to get the charity out there. A website is to follow which I am currently putting together. The logo is focused on the support that this charity will give to people suffering from spinal injury including families and friends. I thought it best to stay away from the usual imagery of a broken spine or a wheelchair that I found was used quite a lot in other similar charities. I didn't want to focus on the negative aspect or the injury itself. The strapline that will support all the material is 'Supporting People with Spinal Injury throughout Cumbria'. 

Carlisle Dental Practice Promotion.

Dental practices are now becoming more design savvy. From the way they look to the services they give and also the style of the interiors. One such practice is York Place Dental. A great client who I love working with. Here is some recent work I have completed to promote their new 'Membership Scheme'.

Using their own photography I created a unique style that brings in the logo as a holding device for their imagery. Along with a classic Typeface the layout is clean, modern and on brand. I am currently busy working on their website and brand documents, I will post these up for you to view (and comment on) in the next couple of months. Keep Smiling ;)