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Ou visual design works are a diverse blend of logos, branding, illustration, icon design, print and collateral design, web design, social media graphics, presentation design, custom sign and experiential design, acrylic and watercolor painting, pen and ink drawings and all manner of creative ideation, copy writing and strategy.

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Using a strategy-first approach to discovery, we help lead the way from confusion to clarity. Then we help you get from looking a mess to looking your best.

Our design work includes logos, branding, illustration, icon design, print and collateral design, web design, social media graphics, presentation design, custom signs, and experiential design of branded environments.

As an artist, John also primarily works in acrylic and watercolor painting, pen and ink drawings as well as digital art. We also partner with our artists and illustrators on specific projects for you.

Click on any of the categories below to explore our portfolio samples in that genre.

A professional logo is key to standing out in the marketplace and increasing your bottom line. Branding is much more than a logo and collateral. It’s what you say, how you say it and knowing your audience. Supporting brand elements like icons can convey big ideas in a compact image to help users find their way in both digital and physical space.

Once your customers find you, it’s essential to design an optimal user experience on-site. Well-designed monuments, wayfinding signs, and super graphics foster positive and profitable touch points that wow your audience, drive loyalty, and keep your customers sharing with their friends. John spent over 25 years working at every level in the sign industry. Few know the intersection of design and signs as well as we do.

Ready to create engaging branded merch and experiences for your event or community? Whether you are looking for a specific item or just browsing for ideas, Peak Promo by Hornsby Creative is your one-stop shop for promotional swag, event kits and business gifts. Our extensive range of promo products will ensure you find something to suit your requirements.

We have a network of artists and illustrators to pull in to keep your project on style and on time.  Combining our love of art, typography, and story is a sweet spot for Hornsby Creative. Illustration and typestyles can play a powerful role in supporting your story.

Our founder John spent over 15 years as a performing musician and working in events. So we love these unique genres of design and their opportunity to re-mix media and stretch the rules. Let’s have fun with it!

web, Presentation design & social media graphics

Whether it’s a website, pitch deck, landing page or managing your social media, we can help with engaging graphics and thoughtful user experience. (UX / UI)

We also help busy professionals present, facilitate and moderate online virtual meetings and webinars. We’re experts in designing event run of show and flow. Let’s create engaging experiences that lead to your desired outcomes.

John personally comes from an art background and works primarily in both traditional mediums such as pen and ink, watercolor, and acrylic painting to digital art using a tablet and collaborating with AI.

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CONTACT

Ready to explore working with us? Here’s how to get started. Step 1. Schedule a complimentary, 15-minute, no-obligation consult. We can learn more about each other and see if we are a right fit to help you achieve your goals. You can do that right here.

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Elevate your physical brand presence. From environments to wayfinding and events, our experience packs turn spaces into engaging stories. With 25+ years crafting brand experiences, we simplify your journey from vision to reality. Partner with us for impactful branded moments.

Your brand speaks for you. Let’s make it resonate. Discover your story and connect with your ideal audience. With decades of experience, we’ll shape your brand narrative into a growth engine. Your brand, your success – let’s build it together!

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