http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.grovescreative.co.uk en-us Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:02:25 +0000 Rocketspark http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/26126/why-accessibility-in-design-matters-to-me/ One of my key focuses for 2026 is accessibility.And if I’m honest, it’s something I didn’t used to think about enough. Not in life. Not in design.We’ve been privileged in that respect. It simply wasn’t something that directly affected our day to day life.But with age comes knowledge.As I’ve got older, and especially since becoming a mother, I’ve become far more aware of what’s around us and the different needs and ways people move through the world. It’s also something I want m... Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post26126 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/26122/the-brand-evolution-of-story-box-drama/ Some projects just feel aligned from the very beginning and this was one of them.Story Box Drama is a child-centred service blending storytelling, drama, music and sensory play with communication-supportive strategies to help children build confidence, connection, expression and communication.They work with schools and local authorities to deliver workshops and events, alongside local classes and children’s parties. At the heart of it all? Creating joyful, safe spaces where children can truly ... Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:28:50 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post26122 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/26123/client-spotlight-plantex--five-years-of-creative-partnership/ Working with a client over a number of years is a real privilege. It moves far beyond “project work” and becomes something much more collaborative, strategic and rewarding.I’ve been supporting Plantex for over five years now, and in that time I’ve had the opportunity to truly understand their business inside out - from their product ranges to their audiences, exhibitions and long-term growth plans.... Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post26123 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/26125/why-invest-in-branded-illustrations/ Chances are, you already do. From website icons and process graphics to social posts and brochures, illustrations quietly support your brand in more ways than you might realise.Over the past couple of years, we’ve created more bespoke illustrations for our clients – and they’ve quickly become one of my favourite things to work on. They bring personality, warmth and a sense of cohesion that’s hard to achieve any other way.... Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post26125 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/25708/the-click-moment-that-changed-how-i-see-my-business/ I had endless ideas but absolutely no structure.I didn’t know how to price anything.I didn’t feel like a “proper” business owner.And I was figuring everything out on my own, usually late at night, usually second-guessing myself.... Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:03:01 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post25708 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/25713/why-consistent-design-is-the-secret-ingredient-behind-brand-visibility-and-confidence/ As a graphic designer, I spend a lot of time talking about brand visibility... how you show up, how your business looks, and how people recognise you. But visibility isn’t just about showing up more. And it’s definitely not just about having a pretty logo.So let’s start with the big question…... Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post25713 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/25561/from-brand-to-website-for-kl-sen-consultancy/ Working with Kathryn from KL SEN Consultancy was one of those projects that reminded me exactly why I do what I do.Kathryn came to me at the very beginning of her business journey. She had a clear purpose, a deep sense of integrity, and a passion for helping families navigate the world of Special Educational Needs with empathy, clarity, and confidence. She just needed the right brand identity — and later, a website — to communicate all of that.And together, we made it happen.... Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:01:52 +0100 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post25561 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/24806/a-brand-evolution-for-laura-duggal/ I had the pleasure of working with Laura Duggal, a Parental Return to Work Coach who supports working parents and the organisations that employ them.Her mission is to create inclusive, empowering environments where parents feel seen, valued, and supported as they return to work — all while helping HR leaders embed long-term cultural change.Laura needed a brand identity that was both calm and emotionally intelligent, but also professional and credible in corporate environments.... Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post24806 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/24092/why-i-choose-rocketspark/ As a graphic designer who’s worked with plenty of website platforms, there’s one I stick to, and that’s Rocketspark. I’ve got a bit of a personal connection to this Kiwi company, having lived in New Zealand for over a decade and fondly watching them grow from their early days. I remember trying their platform for the first time, what must have been more than 10 years ago now! Needless to say, it has proven to be a game-changer for me.Many clients and other designers often ask me: why Roc... Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post24092 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/post/23807/dissecting-my-new-branding/ This isn’t going to be your typical high-level, strategic branding breakdown—because for me, branding is about connection, creativity, and personality just as much as strategy.I believe in designing brands that we truly love—brands that resonate with us on a personal level. Of course, branding needs to speak to your audience and tell your business’s story, but as service providers and solo business owners, our branding should also reflect who we are. The more we show up as ourselves, the... Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:02:48 +0000 http://www.grovescreative.co.uk/blog/#post23807