18.08.2025

Like Sunflowers, not all design and branding agencies are the same

Like Sunflowers, not all design and branding…

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On a recent trip to Sam’s Sunflowers on Hayling Island, I was reminded that there are many different varieties of sunflowers. Even the yellow ‘traditional’ ones can be big, small, multi-headed, early to flower and late to appear.

To anyone who thinks all design and branding agencies are the same, perhaps because they’ve had a bad experience with a designer in the past, we want to offer a little reassurance: With so many different styles, personalities and backgrounds in a team, the way the rules are interpreted, or broken, will vary according to preference. And not all clients will get on with all designers – that’s just life.

So, how do you get round this? We always find getting in touch for a cuppa and a chat is the best way to work out if a potential partnership is going to be the best for us all. We don’t charge – but do provide the cuppa and cake! Happily listening to your reservations and experiences, we’ll be able to see where we could potentially add value or point you in a better direction.

So, if you, or someone you know is stuck in a rut, but scared of the way out, please do consider giving them our number or email address. We promise we won’t get all ‘salesy’ on them!

Let’s create something brilliant together.

  • stand out from the crowds
  • cartoons
  • infographics
  • Branding & Advertising
  • Graphic Design

Great design should feel personal, professional, and perfectly suited to your audience.

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