
Journal
musings on design, branding and marketing
– all thoughts are my own
Brand Strategy for Small Businesses: A 2026 Guide
Brand strategy sounds like something only companies with marketing departments can justify. In practice, it is the set of decisions that explains who you are, who you serve, and why somebody should choose you rather than the business two streets away. Small businesses make those decisions whether th…
Read MoreBranding Strategy for Small Devon Businesses: A Beginner’s Guide
Running a small business in Devon is about more than just providing great products or services. To stand out from competitors, attract the right customers, and build loyalty, you need a clear branding strategy. Branding isn’t just about having a nice logo; it’s about creating a personality, message,…
Read MoreBranding & Photography
Everyone hates their own photo You’re not alone in that. Every client I’ve ever worked with has said the same thing. Being in front of a camera feels uncomfortable, awkward and, if we’re honest, a bit exposing. It’s hard to relax, and even harder to feel like the final image truly represents you. Th…
Read MoreConsider Branding The Bathroom?
Why the Bathroom Might Be the Most Important Room in the age of the selfie This morning I was watching the news — as I tend to do, seeing what’s going on in the world. It’s always a mixed bag: awful things, hopeful things, relentless things. Here in North Devon, though, there’s a kind of […]
Read More“This Is Marketing” by Seth Godin: A Review
In an era of rapid technological advancements and evolving social values, the influence of younger generations on branding has never been more profound. As we move into 2025, both Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012) and the emerging Gen Alpha (born from 2013 onwards) are redefining how brands communi…
Read MoreHow Gen Z & Gen Alpha Are Shaping Branding in 2025
In an era of rapid technological advancements and evolving social values, the influence of younger generations on branding has never been more profound. As we move into 2025, both Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012) and the emerging Gen Alpha (born from 2013 onwards) are redefining how brands communi…
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It’s a real pleasure to work with Douglas. He’s very good at seeing the bigger picture when it comes to helping a company achieve its marketing objectives, and he comes up with some great design concepts. I look forward to working with him again on future projects.
ROSIE HAMILTON
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Douglas knows his trade. His passion for design and presentation is palpable, and he has the range of skills to bring your ideas to life.
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