Graphic Design

I am an artist/designer based in the magical Blue Mountains. Pip and Pod is my design studio where I produce high quality sustainable prints, cards, calendars and wrapping paper inspired by the wild beauty around us. I'm passionate about living in a sustainable world — that’s why all my products are plastic-free, compostable and biodegradable. Creating beautiful products that are ethical and locally produced is a major focus of my artistic practice.

I'm a performing musician and composer, graphic artist, videographer and educator and have lived in the upper Blue Mountains for the last two decades. I perform with the psychedelic soundscape ensemble PaperSun and am an original member of the Spooky Men’s Chorale, the infamous Mountains-based mens a cappella group. My music has been employed in a wide range of projects over the years, ranging from a soundtrack for the independent film 'The Last Babushka Doll' (2018), a promotional video for MTNS MADE and for the DiG digital arts project for Penrith City Council. My most recent release, Sounds Of In-Between (2015) brings together voice, instruments and field recordings in a timeless collage of music and sound. I'm currently working on composing and recording an album of new material with PaperSun at my studio in Abbey Street, Leura. I completed a first class honours degree at Western Sydney University in 2015 and has presented research at conferences in Spain, New Zealand and Australia. My doctoral investigation explored the spatio-temporal phenomenon of suspension as an aesthetic approach in popular music and imagery, which resulted in the audiovisual work States of Suspension, performed with PaperSun at the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre in 2018 as part of my thesis submission. I'm a sessional lecturer at WSU and also teach instrumental students through my own music school, Abbey Street Music. I can be contacted at music@abbeystreet.one or call/text 0417 376 733.

WE ARE SIMPLE MEDIA. BRANDING & WEB SPECIALISTS. Your tightly knit Creative Design Agency based in Penrith and the beautiful Blue Mountains. We believe in understanding what makes you and your business tick to deliver the results you set out to achieve. We’re here to make it SIMPLE. Whether you’re just starting out, looking to refresh your current look, or wanting to take things to the next level in both brand and online – the team at Simple Media is dedicated to providing honest advice and feedback in bringing your vision to life. No matter the size of your project or business we pride ourselves on being with you every step of the way. Simple Media recognises that the Dharug and Gundungurra Traditional Owners have a continuous and deep connection to their Country and that this is of great cultural significance to Aboriginal people, both locally and in the region that we work on. Always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.

Hi, I'm Claudia, a dedicated design professional and graphic designer with a deep affinity for the world of print and a commitment to accessibility in design. For over 25 years, I've immersed myself in the art of print design, transforming information into visually engaging stories. My niche lies in crafting comprehensive reports and ensuring consistency through well-crafted style guides. My specialisations are: - Report Design: I thrive on translating complex data and information into visually compelling reports that captivate and inform. - Style Guides: I'm meticulous about creating style guides that maintain design consistency and quality across all your materials. - PDF Accessibility: I specialise in transforming standard PDFs into accessible ones, making information universally available. - WCAG 2.0: I'm well-versed in Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and apply these principles to create user-friendly, barrier-free designs. Advocacy: I believe that well-designed reports and adherence to style guides not only convey information effectively but also elevate the perception of your brand or message. Design should also be a tool for empowerment and inclusion. I advocate for accessible design practices, pushing for a world where everyone can access and appreciate visual content effortlessly. Feel free to reach out for design collaborations, report projects, or discussions about the importance accessibility in design. Email: info@claudesign.com.au Phone: + 61 417 073 383 Web: claudesign.com.au

I work within the Arts & Cultural services of Regional NSW, providing skills in graphic design, art program administration, project management, data collection for research, facilitation and mentoring. Recent programs include: Culture Dose for Kids art program from AGNSW and The Black Dog Institute with funding from the Jibb Foundation, Intergenerational Playgroup with BANC with funding from NBMPHN and Wentworth Healthcare. As a highly skilled brand communication designer with over 25 years experience, most recently running my own business specialising in design for the Arts and Cultural sector, I manage all design projects from initiation to completion and excel in customer service forming long-lasting working relationships with clients and suppliers. Recent clients include: Blue Mountains City Art Gallery, Blue Mountains City Council Cultural Development and Place Management teams, and Regional Futures for Regional Arts NSW.

Social media is where the eyeballs are. It's the place to connect with your audience and share your story. Building authentic connections in a saturated digital world takes time and focus. Cutting through the noise can feel impossible. I offer strategic solutions to help small businesses grow sustainably online. I've worked with artisan food producers, bookstores, Airbnb hosts, painters, jewellery designers, yoga teachers, fashion boutiques, and beekeepers. Bringing a small business's story to life through captivating visuals is my superpower. All you need is a strategy. That's just a fancy word for plan.

Hi, I'm Rosie. Owner and director of Cocoon Creative - branding & web specialists located in the Blue Mountains. We work with an extensive range of clients, from independent start-ups to large not-for-profit organisations. Our team of dedicated creatives always welcome new projects and challenges, and love creating unique solutions for our clients. Whether you need a new logo, print design, custom illustration or a website - we have you covered!

Loose Parts Press was founded by Sharon Baldwin in 2020. We work on: Traditionally publishing beautiful books for children, Helping you with your self-publishing projects or other design needs, Developing resources for educators and parents, Children’s workshops and events. We love books with messages around community, sustainability and fostering a love for nature. Our books “Goodnight Blue Mountains” and “Good Morning Blue Mountains” by Skye Taylor have been local bestsellers, and our other titles can be found in bookshops, gift shops and galleries around Australia including the Art Gallery of NSW. We are members of the Australian Publishers Association, the Small Press Network and the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Loose Parts Press is also a social enterprise. We donate a portion of our profits to Indigenous-led charities each month, pay for carbon off-setting and use sustainable materials and plastic-free packaging wherever possible. In addition to publishing we also create teachers notes, offer readings with our authors and illustrators, and teach workshops in the Blue Mountains, Sydney and beyond. Our founder, Sharon Baldwin, is the author of “P is for Permaculture” and the 12-book series “The Gardeneers.” Her next book is titled "What Is It?" and is slated for publication in September 2023. For questions around our publishing services, stocking our books, or arranging an author visit, please email us at hello@looseparts.com.au

Traditional sign writing, hand-painted signs and murals for a wide range businesses small and large. Custom artwork created specifically for each project.

Estee is an illustrator, designer and educator with an interest in local, non-commercial and community-focused projects. She has a background in print and book design, teaches at the University of Sydney as a casual academic, and is a co-director at volunteer-run risograph printing co-op, the Rizzeria. She facilitates a range of creative workshops and classes for all ages. Estee also facilitates a monthly zine making meet-up (@mtnszineclub) and co-organises the annual Blue Mountains Zine Fair.

Running a business in our little community has its unique challenges. With a small population midweek and seasonal weekend surges, attracting a regular customer base can be a struggle. We’re here to assist your business to make a lasting impression and draw in those much-needed customers. To see if your brand and marketing is working hard enough, contact us for a free marketing check-up.

Solas Text and Design combines the skills of book designer Cathy Campbell and book editor/writer Scott Forbes. HOW WE CAN HELP: Develop book ideas • Design and layout • Manuscript assessment • Editing (both structural and copy editing) • Cover design • Photo research • Corporate publications • Promotional materials • Magazine design and sub-editing • Proofreading • Stationery design (calendars, diaries and notebooks) • Preparation of files for self-publishing (ebook and print) PAST CLIENT LIST INCLUDES: Lonely Planet • Bloomsbury • Hardie Grant • Murdoch Books • Penguin Lantern • Australian Geographic • Discovery Channel • Reader's Digest Books • HarperCollins Publishers • SBS • Time Life • Simon & Schuster • Insight Guides • Thames & Hudson • Bertelsmann • Random House • University of South Australia • National Library of Australia Publishing

Judith Martinez Estrada is a Spanish-Australian visual artist, designer and researcher. Judith has exhibited in Australia and overseas. She has been artist in residence at Alfred University, New York, Megalo Print Studio in Canberra and was the 2019-2020 recipient of the State Library of Victoria, Rick Amor residency at Baldessin Press Fellowship. She has a Bachelor of Design and Master of Philosophy in Fine Arts from UNSW, where she is currently a PhD candidate. Her research and creative practice explore the retelling and recreating of biographies through archival investigation and memory studies.