Brand

  • California 101 Guide

    Client Brief Inspired by the authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences of classic road trips, California 101 Travelers Guide encourages readers to slow down and explore the rich culture, hidden communities, and diverse adventures of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties. The client envisioned a brand identity that felt nostalgic, vibrant, and fun. Our approach We…

  • Alchemy Beauty Co.

    Client Brief Alchemy Beauty Company is an all-in-one beauty collective located in a historic building in midtown Ventura, California. Offering a comprehensive suite of high-end services—including custom color, extensions, barbering, lashes, facials, and nails—the salon serves as a single, transformative space where “the magic happens.” Despite their strong service offering and unique physical location, the…

  • Whiskey ‘N Rye

    Client Brief Don Conner came to us at the very beginning of the concept to help create an elevated brand for an upscale American smokehouse and tavern in the heart of downtown Solvang. The brand needed to reflect the beauty of the space and the charm of Solvang while feeling inviting—a place where guests could…

  • Rasenberger Media

    Client Brief Media veteran Cathy Rasenberger, founder of Rasenberger Media LLC, is a media industry powerhouse who has helped launch over 40 cable and streaming networks, including her early role in shaping the Food Network. She came to us to create a brand that reflects her decades of experience, global influence, and visionary leadership, positioning…

  • Sports Studio

    Client Brief A global leader in sports distribution and monetization, committed to transforming how audiences access live and on‑demand sports content on OTT and FAST platforms. As the owner and operator of Free Live Sports, the platform delivers 100+ live sports channels. Sports Studio needed an identity that could encapsulate its innovation, scale, and audience‑first approach in…

  • VCPF

    Client Brief For twelve years, the Ventura Community Partners Foundation (VCPF) has served as a vital, independent nonprofit dedicated to enriching the city of Ventura by developing and maintaining its parks, recreation, and cultural initiatives. To match the growing scale of their impact, VCPF required a comprehensive brand transformation. They needed a modernized visual identity,…

  • Good Lion Hospitality Group

    Client Brief For well over a decade, Good Lion Hospitality has been a creative force in Santa Barbara’s dining and nightlife scene, known for immersive, detail‑driven experiences. From Test Pilot, a tiki bar in the Funk Zone, to The Good Lion, a sophisticated uptown bar adjacent to the historic Granada Theatre, and Shaker Mill, a fun‑spirited cocktail destination…

  • Bungalows

    Client Brief A boutique retreat in Napa Valley, featuring beautifully crafted and stylish bungalows with a quirky, vintage-inspired aesthetic. They came to us needing the full suite of branding and marketing services: developing their brand voice, crafting a visual identity, designing and building a website, managing ongoing website maintenance, assisting with advertising, and creating copywriting…

  • Valentine Road Apartments

    Client Brief Valentine Road Apartments is Ventura County’s largest Homekey project, transforming a 142-room hotel into 134 supportive studio apartments for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Surrounded by Ventura’s agricultural fields, the project required a brand that honored the region’s culture, natural beauty, and history while creating a welcoming, dignified environment for residents. We…

  • ‘Que

    Client Brief Don Conner, a local restaurateur in Santa Barbara County, is known for creating standout destinations such as Whiskey N’Rye and The Maker’s Son. His newest venture, ‘Que, is a fast-casual offshoot of Whiskey N’Rye, located in the vibrant Santa Barbara Public Market. Don returned to us seeking a bold, cohesive brand that honored the spirit of Whiskey N’Rye while standing apart as a…

  • St. Bibiana

    Client Brief Cindy Black, a highly respected Santa Barbara chef, previously partnered with us on two of her ventures—a dessert company and the acclaimed The Blue Owl. Building on that longstanding relationship, she came to us with a vision for a new pizza concept: high-quality sourdough pizzas, fresh market-driven ingredients, and thoughtfully crafted seasonal dishes….