James Barnard

Logo Designer / Design Educator / Speaker

Award-Winning logos That Build Trust and Drive Results

I’m James, a professional logo and visual identity designer with 15+ years of experience. I craft strategic visual identities that reflect your brand’s true value and help you stand out in a crowded market.

1M+ online community

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Headline speaker at Adobe MAX

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15+ years of experience

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Adobe Certified Professional

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1M+ online community / Headline speaker at Adobe MAX / 15+ years of experience / Adobe Certified Professional /

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Is Your Brand Saying What You Think It’s Saying?

You’ve felt it. That hesitation when sharing your website. The subtle cringe when handing over your business card. That creeping sense your brand isn’t doing justice to your business.

If you feel it, so does your audience.

Poor branding ❌

  • Breaks trust

  • Blurs your message

  • Blocks real opportunities

Great branding does the opposite âś…

  • It communicates your value

  • It makes an unforgettable first impression

  • It captures attention with clarity and authority

  • It feels like a natural extension of who you are


Client Results. Industry Recognition. Proven Impact.

Our team has helped dozens of brands craft iconic visual identities. We’ve done work for restaurants, events, retailers, local authorities, small businesses, agencies and more.

Nectir​

Raised $6.3 million after rebranding
AI-powered educational platform redefining how schools and universities collaborate.

“If you’re looking to update your brand, there is absolutely nobody we recommend more than James. He will be our go-to for design concepts indefinitely.” - Kavitta Ghai

Best Brand Award 2023

Kyler Engineering

Partners with the State of California
Boutique firm delivering high-impact infrastructure solutions.

"After several failed attempts with other designers, I was worried…but James made it so easy. He came back with a logo that encompassed everything I wanted to include.” - Matthew Kyler

Best Brand Awards 2023

MEtalama​

Adopted by over 10% of the Fortune 500
A powerful coding solution trusted by enterprise engineering teams.

"Designing a logo of a new product under an established brand demands the right balance of creativity and humility. James rose to the challenge with unmatched professionalism." - Gael Fraiteur

ODA Awards Winner 2024

We’ll follow a focused, collaborative process to design a logo that reflects your brand and stands out with clarity and purpose.

How We’ll Create a Logo You’re Proud of

1. Strategy Call

We start with a 1:1 strategy session to define a clear success statement and select visual directions that guide the design.

This clarity ensures your final logo aligns with your brand’s personality and goals.

đź•’ 1 hour, held before the project begins

2. Deep Design Focus

With a focused brief in place, we dedicate our full creative energy to crafting one bold, strategic concept.

You’ll receive a custom design built to fit your brand and stand out in your space.

đź•’ 2 weeks of design for the first concept

3. Refine & Deliver

We refine the concept with up to three rounds of revisions until every detail feels right.

You’ll get a full logo package and style guide, ready to launch across digital and print.

🕒 2–3 weeks for revisions and delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. If you're already offering a strong product or service, your visual identity should amplify that strength, not weaken it. A strategic visual identity gives you credibility, distinction, and makes your business feel premium from the first impression.

  • You can, but there’s a hidden cost. Inconsistent or generic design leads to confused messaging, weaker positioning, and missed opportunities. Our work focuses on long-term brand clarity, confidence, and premium perception.

  • We blend strategic thinking with execution. With clients ranging from startups to eight-figure brands, we bring deep insight and brand-first thinking to every project. We listen, guide, and deliver work that elevates both your image and business results.

  • This is a collaborative process. You’ll be involved at key checkpoints with ample revision rounds. The goal is alignment and clarity at every step. You’ll also get guidance on rolling out your new identity across your marketing.

  • Most projects take between 4 to 6 weeks. If you have a tighter deadline, that can often be accommodated. Every project includes guidance on implementation so your brand stays consistent and polished beyond delivery.

  • If you're growing or ready to grow, absolutely. People make snap judgments based on how your brand looks. A strong identity builds trust and allows you to compete at a higher level.

  • Not if you're serious about growing. Your brand shouldn't reflect where you were, but where you're headed. Many businesses stay stuck because their branding doesn’t match their ambition. A strong visual identity helps you level up.

Ready to Elevate Your Brand?

This isn’t about just looking good. It’s about building a visual identity that drives trust, credibility, and results. 

If you're ready to start showing up like the business you really are, let’s talk.