Don't Look Design - graphic design, illustration and multimedia
What I do

Making things look good is my speciality. If there is something you had in mind that isn't listed below, just ask me about it. I can take care of printing, delivery, domain names, hosting, tech support and anything else you need.

These are some of the things I can do for you:

You're probably wondering how much I charge. Because I take your individual project requirements into account when creating a design for you, the pricing will vary for different jobs (although the pricing structure remains the same for them all). If you'd like a quote or just after a ballpark figure, send me an email with some details of what you're after and I will get back to you fast.


Identity design

Example of identity design

Whether you are a one person business or a large corporation, if you are in business, you have a business identity. Even if you don't have a logo or website yet, you have the identity, although it may not be reaching all your possible clientele. And if it is reaching them, it might not be portraying your business in the most memorable way possible. What you need to be a cut above the rest is a successful image that communicates your identity to the right people in the right way. Something unique, memorable and recognizable to your customers.

Which is where I come in. I will design your business identity including logo, business cards, stationary and website to create a visual representation of your company. My personalized service includes gaining information about your business and it's goals, external research, conceptualizing, refining and presenting you with an identity that reflects your business and grabs the attention of your clients. They won't forget you.

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Logos

Example of a logo

Your logo is usually the first point of contact you have with your clients. It is the first thing your customers will see, and it is usually applied to everything you put out as a business. Advertisements, signage, business cards, websites, invoices, letterheads and everything else you hand out as a business should all contain your logo. So it's important that you have a good one!

My personalized service will ensure that you gain a logo which reflects your business, organization or company. The attention I give to getting to know your business and it's goals, and the research I do to get to know your industry, competitors and target market gives me the ability to create a unique logo for you that works successfully for your business.

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Illustration

Example of illustration

Illustration can be used in just about any way you can conceive. It can be part of your logo, or perhaps you need a mascot, or maybe your product needs to be illustrated technically. I can add slick icons to your website, or create a stunning poster for your band. Illustration can be animated, printed or integrated with your website. It can be used in conjunction with a magazine or blog article or be on the cover of a novel. Illustrations can be used in place of a photograph when you need to show a client what you are capable of, but have not created yet, such as a building or landscape development.

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Websites

Example of a website design

Websites are a great way to reach your clients, and in most industries it is almost expected that you have one. Websites can be used to showcase your product or service to your customers, give them your contact details, entice them into your physical shop or you can have an e-commerce site that allows them to buy your products online from the comfort of their home as soon as they see it. Websites can be used to give clients a preview of your services i.e. bands can have mp3 players to play a sample their music. Websites can be used to give away special offers too, or offer things like 10% off internet orders. This encourages people to order straight away and use their credit card, so that you get payment immediately.

I can provide you with a HTML and CSS website, or a Flash animated one - or a combination of both. I can also help advise you on what would be best for your particular website and tailor a solution to work within your budget. I can take care of domain names, hosting and maintenance. Get your website working for you!

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Custom designs

Example of a custom design

Want a unique tattoo? Or a CD cover and booklet? Wedding invitation? Even if it is something you haven't seen on my site, chances are I can create it for you. I thrive on challenge and I do not accept mediocre results, so I will give your custom design my full attention to produce the highest quality results.

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Photography and photo editing

Example of photo editing

I have had extensive experience in the field of photography. I can do portrait photography to give your business a more personalized quality. I can photograph your products to make them look as fantastic as they are, and then incorporate those photos into advertising material or display them on your website. The beauty of photography is that it usually doesn't take very long, and the results immediately tell your customers a great deal about you, or your product or service.

I am also a perfectionist when it comes to photo editing and retouching, so it is possible for me to make changes or enhance existing photos. I can take care of printing and also provide you with high resolution files so you can print more copies later on if you like. If you have photos that are old or damaged I can repair and re-print them. Maybe there is something in the background that is distracting when you look at the photo. I can get rid of it and re-print the photo for you. I recently retouched wedding photos where the groom had worn a hat in some photos but not others. The couple asked if I could add his hat into some of the photos that he wasn't wearing them in originally. The results were fantastic and the couple were very happy with the changes.

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Advertising

Example of a flyer

Need a brochure, flyer or coupon? I can design these and take care of printing as many copies as you require. I can write copy or use content provided by you. If you are after a banner ad for a website, or an advertisement for a newspaper or magazine, I am happy to design for you and liaise with the right people so you get outstanding results from your ad. Need a poster or billboard or large format design? Vinyl or magnetic graphics to go on your car? Shop window transfers? Look no further. It can be designed, printed and applied without fuss to give your shop a great look and entice customers from the street.

If you need a specialist marketing concept for a new product or a product re-launch I can come up with fresh ideas and solutions to give your product the edge!

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Multimedia interactions

Sometimes standing still just isn't enough! Adding movement to your website in the form of animation can be a really nice effect and one I am pleased to be able to offer. I can create Flash animations and interactions so that your website visitors can be involved with your site. This sort of interaction draws people in to your site and keeps them there for longer than they would usually stay at a website. This give you greater exposure and, in turn, greater profits.

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