Letterhead examples: twelve pages that look established
Letterhead examples from law firms, practices, studios, hotels and estates, and what each one teaches about layout, the mark, paper and the second page.
Living with Art
Bring art into everyday life. Read about prints, cushions, portraits and personal objects, with notes on choosing, displaying and caring for the pieces you keep.
A portrait of a childhood home: turning an old photo into a thoughtful gift
Choose the version of the house you want to remember, work carefully with older photos, and keep a painted interpretation distinct from a restoration.
Crest or monogram: which suits your business?
A simple way to choose between a coat of arms and a monogram for a business, by trade, by name and by where the mark will be used most.
A house portrait as a housewarming gift: make it about their home
Choose a useful exterior photo, check the architectural details and select a format that fits a new home without guessing too much.
A crest for a golf, sailing or members’ club
Clubs and crests belong together. How to design a crest for a golf, sailing or members’ club, for the blazer, the scorecard and the regatta programme.
Giving a pet memorial portrait: choose the photo, timing and words gently
A practical, considerate guide to offering a portrait after pet loss, with room for the recipient to choose whether and how to keep it.
A classic crest for a barber shop
Traditional barbers have always used heraldic signs. How to design a crest for the window, the cards and the chair, with an example drawn for gilding.
Choosing a custom dog portrait gift that feels like their dog
Choose the expression, artistic mood and finished format around the recipient, then review the likeness before paying.
A crest for a farm, ranch or country estate
Farms have used marks for as long as there have been gates. How to design a crest for a farm or estate, its farm shop and every gift that leaves it.