On Tuesday March the 8th 2022 we celebrate International Women’s Day. This year the highlight is Breaking the Bias: Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we …
In the midst of darkness, light persists
What an honour to be included in the 2022 Fedriogoni 365 calendar. And thank you for our copy @paperassist We were chosen to illustrate the 4th of December. Our inspiration came from the drawing in of the long Winter evenings and how there is a certain comfort in that time …
Branding Vs Logo Design
Is a logo design the same as a brand? This is a question that we often get asked and we often find that people confuse a brand with a logo. It is true, that logo design and branding go hand in hand but they are very different things. So let’s …
Your Brand Checklist
We’ve collated this handy list of what you should receive from your designer on the completion of a branding project.
Local Enterprise Office Dublin City Entrepreneur of the Year Award
So 2018 is drawing to a close and what a fantastic way to round off our busiest year ever. Last night in the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, I was awarded the LEO Women in Business Entrepreneur of the Year Award for 2018. In a network full of amazing women …
Award Winning Map Design
Some great news came our way today. Last night The Raheny Way map won The Business Environment & Sustainability Award at the Dublin Neighbourhood Awards 2018. We have been working on the design of this map over the past few months with Dan Russell of Dublin City Council and Clare O’Sullivan …
National Day of Design: Mind Over Matter
We are delighted to, once again, be part of this wonderful Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI) initiative, Mind Over Matter. Design works so make it work for your business. With locations across Ireland, Mind Over Matter will take place on 10th October 2018. For a fee of €75 (£70) anyone …
Why Use a Business Card?
They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and nowhere does this ring more true than in the world of networking. Business cards have been around for centuries – in fact, the origins of the humble 85mm x 55mm rectangle of card can be traced back to …
We Support New Business Startups
Over the years, we have dealt with a lot of startup companies and we love your infectious enthusiasm! We also love that we get to work with you at the very beginning of your exciting venture. That way we can help you get your brand right from the very beginning …
Leaflet Design Tips
Your Leaflet Design Checklist: To make your job easier when compiling your leaflet, we’ve outlined these handy tips to help: 1. What is the Aim and Message of your Leaflet? What is it you want your leaflet to say? Is this immediately obvious from first glance? Keep your message concise …
Author & Illustrator School Talk – How a Book is Made
This is an ever popular talk among primary schools. Fiona Tierney (Author of ‘Look What Blew into the Zoo’ and ‘Peek at the Week in the Zoo’ ) and myself – the Illustrator – visit primary schools and libraries and tell the story of How a Book is Made. We begin …
What Makes a Great Logo Design?
A logo is the visual identification for your business. Think McDonalds, Twitter and Apple…..See what I mean? I bet it didn’t take long for you to recall their logos. These are all huge businesses and they have huge marketing machines behind them. Maybe your company has the same marketing budget …