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I designed some branded A1 'product menu' A-frame display boards for Fantastic Balloons, who are based near Loughborough in Leicestershire.
Andy, the owner, specifically wanted to be able to rearrange the 'product menu' as required for different parties and events. We got our heads together and came up with a solution of using square 'product cards' (priced and unpriced versions were created) that could be rearranged as required. Positional guides were printed on the boards to line the cards up in a grid pattern.
See video https://www.facebook.com/reel/576514344861522
The new menu boards were well received and allow Andy the freedom to customise them as required. They have recently been used at the Mountview Care Home Christmas Fayre in Rothley.
Fantastic Balloons - Available for parties, school fetes and other events.
I designed an A5 flyer, a vinyl pull-up promo banner and a canvas light box banner for Keysound. Produced for their annual promotional event, in conjunction with Yamaha, at the 'Highcross' Shopping Centre, Leicester in October 2024. And now being used in-store.
I have worked on many design projects with Keysound owners Steve and Ria. They are a pleasure to work with and very passionate about helping customers to make the right choice.
Keysound are the 'Piano & Keyboard Specialist' and have a fantastic large showroom where you can try out 'all the major brands' under one roof. Pop down to 35-37 Regent Street, Hinckley LE10 0BA. With free customer car parking at the back of the store. www.keysound.co.uk
Another exciting project recently completed! This time creating a visual brand design for 'Jude Richardson', a musician and piano teacher based in Leicester. Jude is a graduate of the prestigious Jacobs School of Music in Bloomington, Indiana, USA, with over a decade of experience in piano performance in his home country of Bermuda and also across the USA. He now performs throughout the UK as a piano soloist, with orchestras, and as a keyboard player for a Motown band.
Jude provides a range of piano teaching services perfect for all levels of ability, including individual lessons, group classes, and a service where he will teach you how to play your favourite song!
He got in touch with me to design a logo and visual branding for his marketing assets, including a business card, a half-fold brochure and 2 posters. After a phone chat, I provided Jude with a competitive quote and he kindly agreed to work with me. He sent me the wording he wanted, along with publicity photos and his thoughts on the logo and brand colours. I think it is really important to listen to what a client has in their mind before starting a project.
I worked up some initial designs and we settled on the design and branding shown. I produced digital assets, artwork, a 'brand kit' pdf reference sheet and managed the print. It has been a pleasure working with Jude on this project and I wish him well for the future!
Very proud to receive a 5-Star Google review for this project.
Contact Jude if you are interested in learning to play the piano:
juderichardsonpiano@gmail.com | 07873 754168
@jrichardsonpiano | https://www.juderichardson.com/lessons
“Darren, the designs look great, exactly what I wanted, thank you so much for your work.
It's been wonderful working with you!” Jude Richardson
It’s been a really interesting time lately, I have been supporting Myrtle’s Home & Me in Narborough, Leicestershire with the rebranding of their logo.
Working together to conceptualise the ideas in my client’s mind and then bring them to life one stage at a time. We got there in the end and my client is very pleased with the resulting ‘Myrtle’s Home & Me’ primary shield logo. We even ended up with a secondary ‘scroll’ logo too! The original brand logo can be seen on the signage in the shop frontage photo.
Established in 2021, Myrtle's Home is a quirky bricks & mortar interior, gifts & home fragrances shop in Narborough, Leicestershire. It has gone through a major recent interior design rebrand and the new ‘Myrtle’s Home & Me’ brand logo is the icing on this fabulous looking cake!
Visit Myrtle’s Home & Me
49 Leicester Road, Narborough, Leicestershire LE19 2DF
Facebook: Myrtle's Home Furnishings
Instagram: @Myrtleshome
www.mertiesandgerties.co.uk
The new Myrtle's Home & Me brand logo.
Myrtle's Home & Me new secondary logo.
Shop signage with the original logo.
I designed and produced artwork for a Hydraquip 12 page A4 brochure. Shown here is the front cover and one of the double page spreads.
Adhering to brand guidelines and sourcing suitable images to give it an overall clean and contemporary look and feel, whilst also making the content easy to digest.
Hydraquip offers one of the largest 24/7 On-Site Mobile Hose Services across the UK.
www.hydraquip.co.uk
The project was extremely well received and earned ds design a 5-Star Google review.
Eye-Catching Impact!
The Power of promotional posters.
Promotional posters grab attention, spread the word, and boost your brand!
Available in various 'A' sizes and printed on silk paper or waterproof pvc.
I designed some A1 and A3 posters for the Hi Tide Fish Bar in Narborough, Leicestershire to advertise their delicious 'Kebabs & Burgers' and tasty 'Sauces'.
Printed on 200 micron waterproof pvc, which is more durable than poster paper, and can be easily wiped clean.
Mario and his team serve delicious fish & chips, kebabs, burgers and much more, I highly recommend a visit if you are in the area!
Hi Tide Fish Bar 34 Leicester Road, Narborough LE19 2HL.
Very proud to receive a 5-Star Google review for this project.
I had a great time recently, designing and branding the signage in the reception area of Keysound's piano & keyboard store in Hinckley, Leicestershire.
Keysound owner's Steve and Ria said, "we are very proud of how it looks". I was proud to receive a 5-Star Google review for the graphic design work I do for Keysound.
Keysound are the 'Piano & Keyboard Specialist' and have a fantastic large showroom where you can try out 'all the major brands' in one place. Pop down and check it out at 35-37 Regent Street, Hinckley LE10 0BA, with free customer car parking at the back of the store. www.keysound.co.uk
Reception area 1 'before'.
Reception area 1 'after'.
Reception area 2 'before'.
Reception area 2 'after'.
Reception area 3 'before'.
Reception area 3 'after'.
The new feefo sign highlights some of the 5-star customer reviews Keysound have received.
I designed this advert for Keysound, the 'Piano & Keyboard Specialist' in Hinckley, Leicestershire. www.keysound.co.uk
It was featured in the guide book at an event that Keysound participate in to promote the companies bespoke 'Ultimate Bonus Pack' of sound registrations for the Korg Pa5X keyboard.
I designed the front cover of the Hydraquip 2024-2026 product catalogue.
Extremely proud to receive a 5-Star Google review for this project.
Hydraquip offers one of the largest 24/7 On-Site Mobile Hose Services across the UK.
www.hydraquip.co.uk
Another design and artwork project for Hydraquip, this time it was for an A1 'Euro 2024' wall chart to be given out to their customers.
A well-designed branded wall chart displayed in a high-traffic area can passively expose people to your brand colors, logo, and messaging. This repeated exposure can lead to increased brand recognition and recall.
The Enduring Power of the Business Card!
Printed business cards offer several advantages in today's digital world. They're a tangible way to leave a lasting impression, promoting brand recall with a high-quality, creative design. They're perfect for networking events, allowing you to easily share your contact information and stand out from the crowd. Plus, they're surprisingly affordable, making them a cost-effective marketing tool.
Small size, BIG Impact!
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Affordable A5 flyers showcase your services and products effectively.
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