Selected thoughts

Fresh thinking on brand strategy, design and storytelling. From project deep-dives to creative provocations, these posts are here to inform, challenge and inspire.

Salt and Space for Creativity

Salt and Space for Creativity

I’ve discovered that the best ideas rarely happen under artificial light. Living on the Cornish coast means I can step out of the studio and into fresh air at a moment’s notice. A short walk along the beach often does more for my creativity than another hour staring...

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Why You Should Never Skip the Brand Discovery Process

Why You Should Never Skip the Brand Discovery Process

It’s tempting to rush straight into choosing a logo, picking brand colours and deciding on fonts. After all, that’s the part everyone notices first. But before you splash your brand identity across social media or print your new business cards, there’s essential work...

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Why Narrative Is the Heart of Every Great Brand

Why Narrative Is the Heart of Every Great Brand

Introduction When you think of brands you love, what comes to mind first? Their logo or perhaps the products? More often it’s the story behind them. A well told narrative turns a name or symbol into something people connect with, remember and champion. What Is Brand...

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Authentic Stories, Stronger Brands

Authentic Stories, Stronger Brands

Why Authenticity MattersIn a world awash with slick campaigns and glossy adverts, it is all too easy to rely on polished messages that lack warmth and soul, but your audience is sharper than ever, they can spot a sales pitch from a mile away and they crave something...

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