Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Graphic Design Solutions
Established in 1988, Notions By Design is the creative studio of David Charlesworth, an internationally recognised artist with over 50 years of continuous experience in traditional and digital art. Our expertise spans graphic design, illustration, and print production, combining classical techniques with modern technology to deliver tailored solutions. We specialise in creating impactful visual communications for diverse clients, from corporate identities to book illustrations, always prioritising quality and budget efficiency. Our deep industry knowledge, gained through decades in advertising, publishing, and print, ensures clients receive expert guidance from concept to delivery. We believe in collaborative creativity, working closely with clients to transform ideas into compelling designs that resonate with audiences.Sustainability is integral to our practice, utilising renewable paper sources and eco-conscious production methods. With a portfolio encompassing everything from technical manuals to charity Christmas cards, we offer a comprehensive service that bridges artistic vision with practical execution. Our commitment to excellence has earned us long-standing relationships with clients across manufacturing, retail, and charitable sectors. Whether producing detailed technical illustrations or whimsical cartoons, we maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship. As one of Derbyshire's most respected creative professionals, David Charlesworth continues to lead a studio that values tradition while embracing innovation.
Services
Graphic Design
Illustration Services
Cartoon Creation
Print Production
Corporate Identity
Book Illustration
Technical Drawings
Magazine Layouts
Promotional Materials
Logo Design
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined experience in traditional and digital art techniques
- Our in-house production capabilities ensure complete project control from concept to delivery
- We specialise in cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality standards
- Our portfolio includes work for international clients across diverse industries
- We maintain sustainable practices using renewable paper sources from EU forests
Services
Graphic Design
Our graphic design service creates impactful visual solutions that combine artistic creativity with strategic messaging. We develop bespoke designs for corporate identities, marketing materials, and publications, ensuring each project reflects the client's unique brand values while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functional effectiveness. Our approach integrates traditional design principles with modern digital tools.
Illustration Services
We provide custom illustration services across multiple mediums including digital, watercolour, and vector graphics. Our illustrations enhance books, technical manuals, and promotional materials with distinctive visual storytelling. From historical reconstructions to contemporary designs, each piece is crafted to meet specific project requirements while maintaining artistic integrity and technical precision.
Print Production
Our comprehensive print production service handles every aspect from concept to delivery. We manage typesetting, layout design, and printing coordination, ensuring technical accuracy and cost efficiency. With extensive knowledge of print technologies and materials, we guide clients through production choices that balance quality requirements with budget constraints while maintaining environmental sustainability.
Corporate Identity
We create cohesive corporate identity systems that establish strong brand recognition. Our services include logo design, stationery creation, and brand guideline development. Each identity solution is tailored to reflect the organisation's values while ensuring consistency across all visual materials, from business cards to large-scale promotional campaigns.
Book Illustration
Specialising in book illustration, we bring stories and technical content to life through detailed artwork. Our portfolio includes children's books, historical publications, and technical manuals. We handle both traditional hand-drawn illustrations and digital creations, ensuring each piece complements the text while maintaining artistic quality and production feasibility.
People
David Charlesworth
Creative Director
Internationally recognised artist with over 50 years of experience in traditional and digital art. Specialises in graphic design, illustration, and print production. Holds extensive knowledge of pre-digital printing techniques and modern design software. Has worked on diverse projects from technical manuals to charity publications.
Questions
What graphic design services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive graphic design services including corporate identity creation, magazine layouts, promotional materials, and digital illustrations. Our expertise covers both traditional and digital design techniques.
How experienced are your designers?
Our Creative Director David Charlesworth has over 50 years of industry experience, working on projects ranging from technical manuals to international publications.
Do you handle complete print production projects?
Yes, we manage print production from concept to delivery, including typesetting, layout design, and printing coordination for various materials.
Can you create custom illustrations?
We specialise in custom illustrations across multiple mediums including watercolour, vector graphics, and digital art for books, technical manuals, and promotional materials.
Are your materials environmentally sustainable?
Yes, we use renewable paper sources from EU forests and maintain eco-conscious production practices while ensuring quality standards.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, our portfolio includes international projects such as The Darjeeling Mail magazine distributed to 21 countries and artwork for Danish and Indian organisations.
