Let’s create something you’re proud of.
As a graphic designer, I’m here to help bring your vision to life, whether it’s through striking branding, polished print materials, or a fresh digital presence. I offer a range of creative services that can support your business, project, or community initiative.
Meet Claire
A maker. A creator.
A designer. A crafter.
Working in design since forever ago, a maker and creator since before then.
Planted firmly in the sands of the West Coast of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Shift from overwhelmed to empowered with designs that connect and make you proud to show off.
Branding that tells your story. Print that captivates and delivers your message. Digital design that engages your audience. Simple, striking and practical design that brings your vision to life.
Lydia Nimmo, Nimmo Photography
“A great communicator and listener with what we were wanting, patient and a bit psychic... we felt like we were on the same page with basically everything.”
What makes me different?
A collaborative approach: I don’t just create designs and hand them over. I involve you in the process, making sure you feel good about the direction and proud of the final result.
Simple, yet impactful design: My designs are clean, practical, and adaptable across many platforms—always delivering a strong message without the clutter.
Expert in print: With years of experience, print design is my specialty. Whether it’s building a cohesive brand or crafting stunning print materials, I know how to make your brand come alive in physical form.
A note from me…
I’m genuinely excited to help bring your vision to life with design that not only looks good but truly resonates.
There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a project come together in a way that makes my clients proud. I’m here to make that happen for you, and I can’t wait to get started on our journey together.
Let’s create something amazing!
~ Claire
Work with me
Branding
I love designing logos that are not only meaningful but perfectly suited to your audience. My refined brief and design process ensure we create something to be proud of.
With years of hands-on experience in print, I can handle everything from stationery to reports, guides, booklets, brochures, infographics, and more. If it’s print, I can do it!
Digital
While new to website design, I’m excited to dive into creating beautiful Squarespace sites. I also create engaging social media graphics and more to enhance your digital presence.
Print design
Tell me more…
At the heart of effective communication, whether it's for business or personal use, stands high-quality print design. I specialise in creating a variety of print materials that not only look great but also serve their intended purpose beautifully. My focus areas include (but not limited to) infographics, reports, strategic plans, consultation documents, stationery, advertising materials, posters, brochures, T-shirt designs, certificates, product booklets.
How It Works:
Initial Ideas: You start by telling me what you need. Share your ideas, the text you want to include, and any specific images or graphics. Don’t worry if you don’t have images ready—I can source high-quality stock photos, create custom graphics, or even coordinate custom photography sessions with talented local photographers to perfectly capture the essence of your project.
Design Creation: With your input, I get to work on the initial design. I might send you a sneak peek along the way to ensure everything is moving in the right direction. This step is all about getting the feel and details just right.
Revisions and Proofing: Once the design starts taking shape, I’ll send you a proof. This is your cue to review and suggest any changes. We’ll tweak and tune the design, refining text and visuals until everything is perfect.
Final Delivery: When you’re completely happy with the design, I’ll prepare the final files. Whether you need digital files for online use or high-quality print-ready formats, I’ve got you covered. If you need printing services, I can handle that too, or you can opt to manage it yourself.
Tell me more…
Branding
Creating a strong brand visual identity is about more than just good looks—it’s about capturing the essence of who you are and what you stand for. Here’s how I guide you through the process of developing a brand that truly reflects your values, ethos, and philosophies:
Getting to Know You: To kick things off, I’ll send you a questionnaire to learn all about your project and its unique aspects. This helps me to design with purpose and ensures that the final product resonates with you and your audience.
Discovery Phase: Using your responses, I craft a creative brief that outlines your brand’s core elements and a visual moodboard. This may include initial thoughts and sketches to ensure we are aligned from the start. Your active involvement here is crucial to the process!
Brand Identity Design: With a solid creative direction in place, I start sketching and designing to develop a bespoke visual identity for your brand. This stage transforms strategic ideas into tangible design elements.
Brand Presentation: This is where the excitement builds as you get your first look at the new brand concept. I present a detailed overview of the design, explaining the rationale behind each decision to ensure it aligns perfectly with your vision.
Refinement: Based on your feedback, we refine and tweak the designs as needed, making sure every detail is just right.
Brand Package: Once you’ve approved the brand identity, I compile everything into a comprehensive brand package. This includes all industry-standard files and a brand style guide, which helps you maintain consistency across all platforms and touchpoints.
Your brand is your story: Let's make it compelling and unmistakable.
Tell me more…
Digital design
Embarking on digital design, especially website creation, is an exciting journey. While I'm still honing my process in website design, I offer fresh, stylish websites built using Squarespace. If you’re looking to be part of a creative exploration and fine-tuning a design process that works, I’d love for you to be my test case. This is a great opportunity for anyone open to a collaborative design experience to achieve something unique and effective.
What I Offer:
Squarespace Websites: If you appreciate clean, modern design, we're likely a perfect match. I focus on creating websites that are not only visually appealing but also user-friendly and responsive.
Social Media Graphics: Beyond websites, I can also design compelling social media avatars and banners that will make your profiles stand out. Whether it's for personal branding or a business, these graphics will help you make a great impression online.
Let’s Create Together: If you’re ready to help develop and craft a digital presence that captures the essence of your brand, hit me up. Let’s make digital design an exciting part of your growth story.
Catherine Woollett, Shades of Jade
