Business Details
21 Years
experience
Freelance Graphic Design & Illustration Services
Since 2005, Creative Beast has been delivering high-quality graphic design, illustration, and photography services from our studio in Chelveston, Northamptonshire. With over 16 years of experience in the creative industry, we have worked extensively across automotive, motorsport, publishing, and lifestyle sectors, collaborating with major brands such as Ford, DAF, and Bridgestone Tyres. Our expertise spans brand design, editorial design, book cover creation, and digital illustration, supported by advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud software. As a former studio manager and art director, we bring strategic oversight to every project, ensuring consistency and quality across print and digital platforms. Our portfolio includes award-winning advertising campaigns, Formula 1 brand designs, and creative direction for live entertainment events.We prioritise client collaboration, offering tailored solutions that combine traditional techniques with cutting-edge digital tools. With a foundation in automotive and motorsport design, we continue to evolve our practice while maintaining a commitment to innovation and excellence. Our teams dedication to continuous skill development ensures clients receive contemporary, impactful visual communications. We operate with transparency and professionalism, focusing on long-term partnerships built on trust and measurable results. As we transition from freelance operations to agency collaboration, our core values of creativity and client-centric service remain unchanged.
Services
Graphic Design
Brand Design
Editorial Design
Photography
Illustration
Book Cover Design
Advertising Campaigns
Creative Direction
Studio Management
Digital Illustration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 16 years of experience in graphic design and creative direction.
- Our team has worked on award-winning campaigns for Formula 1 and automotive brands.
- We combine traditional illustration with advanced Adobe Creative Cloud expertise.
- Our portfolio spans diverse industries including publishing, motorsport, and entertainment.
- We provide end-to-end creative solutions from brand design to print production.
Services
Graphic Design
Creative Beast provides comprehensive graphic design services, specialising in print and digital media. Our expertise includes brand identity creation, advertising campaigns, and layout design for magazines and books. With advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, we deliver visually striking solutions tailored to client objectives. Our 16 years of industry experience ensure designs that combine creativity with strategic communication.
Brand Design
We create cohesive brand identities for businesses across automotive, publishing, and entertainment sectors. Services include logo design, style guides, and marketing collateral. Our approach ensures consistent visual communication across all platforms. With experience in major brand campaigns, we develop identities that resonate with target audiences while maintaining long-term relevance in competitive markets.
Editorial Design
Specialising in magazine and book layout design, we transform content into engaging visual narratives. Our editorial design services include typography selection, image integration, and page composition. Having worked on law journals and lifestyle publications, we ensure designs that enhance readability while maintaining brand consistency across print and digital formats.
Photography
Creative Beast offers professional photography services for automotive, lifestyle, and event coverage. Using Canon 5D Mark 3 and EOS R equipment, we capture high-quality images for marketing materials and editorial content. Our post-production expertise in Adobe Lightroom ensures polished visuals that align with brand aesthetics and communication goals.
Illustration
We create custom illustrations combining traditional techniques with digital tools like Adobe Fresco. Our work spans book covers, advertising concepts, and event graphics. With experience in motorsport and entertainment sectors, we produce artwork that enhances brand storytelling and engages target audiences through distinctive visual styles.
People
Stuart McDowell
Creative Director | Senior Graphic Designer
Stuart McDowell is a freelance graphic designer with 16 years of experience in automotive, publishing, and entertainment sectors. He specialises in brand design, editorial projects, and creative direction, having worked on Formula 1 campaigns and book cover design. His expertise includes Adobe Creative Cloud software and traditional illustration techniques.
Questions
What graphic design services do you offer?
We provide brand design, editorial layouts, book covers, advertising campaigns, and digital illustration using Adobe Creative Cloud software.
Do you have experience in automotive design?
Yes, we've worked on campaigns for Formula 1, World Superbikes, and automotive brands like Ford and Bridgestone Tyres since 1999.
Can you handle large-scale creative projects?
As former studio manager, we've led teams and managed complex projects including exhibition stands and multi-platform brand campaigns.
What photography services are available?
We offer automotive, lifestyle, and event photography using professional Canon equipment with post-production in Adobe Lightroom.
How do you ensure brand consistency across platforms?
We develop comprehensive style guides and maintain consistent visual identity across print, digital, and marketing materials.
