Design & Illustration

Surf Life Saving South Australia approached us with the exciting opportunity to reimagine their annual awards, seeking a design that embodies a quintessential Australian beach theme, reminiscent of our past collaborations with the organization. Inspired by the iconic red and yellow flags that grace Australian beaches, our design team opted to integrate these vibrant colours into the awards using opaque coloured acrylic. This thoughtful choice allowed the natural beauty of the timber block beneath to shine through, adding a touch of organic charm.

Each layer of colour was strategically offset to enhance depth and visual intrigue around the block. For a final touch of elegance, the Surf Life Saving SA logo was intricately laser-etched onto the block, enriching the award with a tactile element.

We thoroughly enjoyed crafting this distinctive, Australian-themed award and would be delighted to discuss how we can bring your next project to life. Contact us today to begin your creative journey with us!

Photos courtesy of Surf Lifesaving SA Facebook page.

Each year, our team eagerly anticipates the opportunity to craft distinctive awards for the prestigious Magic Millions events. This year presented a fresh challenge as we were tasked with creating a new design for the 2023-2024 awards suite.

After careful consideration, our design team embarked on a creative journey, selecting an intricate half-tone etching of a racehorse as the centrepiece for the awards. This bold choice ultimately captured the attention and admiration of the Magic Millions team. After considerable time in the preliminary production stages, our design team were able to bring out the most intricate details of the horse image into the halftone etch.

To further elevate the design, each award was sculptured using two pieces of timber skilfully crafted to create eye-catching curved edges. The addition of a gold mirror detail infused an element of elegance, perfectly complementing the prestigious nature of the event. To finish the awards, the race details and logos were laser etched onto the award.

We loved creating this unique trophy for the team at Magic Millions! Contact us today to get started on your next custom project.

The Pho3nix Sports Awards celebrate athletes who exemplify excellence in sports and embody the values of the Pho3nix Foundation, a global non-profit dedicated to engaging children in physical activities and nurturing their journey to elite sport.

We were approached to design the awards for their 2023 event, with a focus on incorporating the brand logo as a central element. After careful consideration, we designed the centrepiece of the trophy around a clear acrylic window, showcasing a the Pho3nix logo. This created a visually captivating focal point to house the brushed silver letters of the logo. The top hero piece of the award was crafted from the Pho3nix brand icon. The award details were delicately laser-etched onto the base, we opted for native Australian timber as the primary material, enhancing the elegance of this award.

We loved creating these unique trophies! Contact us today to get started on your next project.

The Magic Millions QTIS Open is a prestigious $1 million dollar race held annually on ‘The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday’ at the enchanting Gold Coast turf club. Each race within the Magic Millions series boasts a one-of-a-kind trophy design and we were honoured again to embark on a creative journey for the design and production of the QTIS Open trophies.

Our design team worked with Native Australian timbers and opted to design the base of the award with an octagonal shape that was simple yet elegant. The base was accentuated with a black inset, adding depth and achieving a visually balanced composition with the trophy’s top. Atop the trophy, a striking black horse took centre stage. Working with the amazing team at the Magic Millions, we ensured the horse on top of the award corresponded with the direction the racehorses run around the Gold Coast track. To add the final touches to this masterpiece, our team employed laser etching techniques to seamlessly incorporate logos and text onto the trophy’s body.

We loved creating this unique design for the Magic Millions QTIS Raceday! Contact us today to get started on your next custom project.

Photos courtesy of Magic Millions Facebook page

ISS, a distinguished leader in workplace experience and facility management, consistently delivers innovative placemaking solutions that elevate business performance while simplifying and enhancing the lives of their valued clients.

Working with ISS again this year, the challenge was to breathe new life into last year’s award, incorporating a stunning Indigenous artwork titled “Belonging,” skilfully crafted by artist Stephen Hogarth, a proud descendent of the Gamilaroi Nation. Our design team skilfully dissected the intricate elements of Hogarth’s masterpiece. These elements were then thoughtfully arranged to produce a mesmerising 3D effect. We took great care to follow the natural curves of the artwork, extending the flow of the design onto laser-cut timber that now forms a captivating central feature, drawing the viewer’s gaze toward the heart of the trophy.

To ensure a polished finish, our in-house joinery team hand finished the awards resulting in a sleek and clean appearance. The award details and a well-deserved acknowledgment of the artist were etched onto both the front and back of the trophy, adding the final touch to this piece.

We loved creating these awards for the team at ISS! Contact us today to get started on your next design project.

Our latest venture brought us into the vibrant world of Weurva Pet Foods, a cherished U.S. based family-owned business founded back in 2006. We were contacted by the team at Weruva to create some fun and unique awards for their annual award ceremony.

Our design team curated a collection of custom awards that integrated Weruva’s signature style. Although each award varied we ensured consistency by selecting similar materials for all awards. The awards combined natural timber, laser etching, and hand-painted bursts of colour. Laser-cut toppers adorned several awards, each tailored to complement the essence of its respective category.

We absolutely loved working with the team from Weruva and cannot wait to work together again in the coming years!

Contact us today to get started on your next custom project.

The Department of Environment and Science of the Queensland Government is dedicated to being a driving force and collaborative partner in the management, protection, and restoration of Queensland’s natural environment and heritage. Their commitment extends to ensuring the well-being and prosperity of both current and future generations.

Our longstanding client reached out to us with a special request—to design and produce awards for the 2023 Excellence Awards. Given the department’s unwavering focus on environmental conservation, they sought an option that aligned with their values—a sustainable solution that was 100% recycled.

Each award bears the distinctive marks and traces of its former life, with the presence of old nails adding a touch of character and individuality to every block. To preserve the integrity of the 100% recycled nature, our team used laser etching techniques to adorn the blocks with carefully chosen text and unique illustrations provided by their talented internal creative team.

We loved creating these unique and sustainable awards for the Queensland Government. Contact us today to get started on your next custom project.

Griffith University has been a valued, long-term client of ours. Over the years, we have had the privilege of designing awards for their prestigious alumni event. However, this year, the Griffith team approached us with a request to infuse their refreshed branding and event collateral into the design.

The primary aim of these alumni awards is to honour the outstanding achievements of Griffith’s alumni. It’s a platform to recognize the diverse accomplishments of these alumni, spanning a wide range of fields and their contributions to their communities.

For this year’s event, the branding incorporated Griffith’s signature red colour, but with a unique twist—a red sparkle design. This distinctive element was used in various aspects of the event, from the event webpage to email signatures and other promotional materials. The design team made the creative choice to extend this branding feature to the awards themselves.

Each award featured transparent red and white circles printed across multiple acrylic layers. This intricate design produced a captivating 3D effect that added a new dimension to the awards. A clear acrylic window was strategically placed on the back of each trophy. This thoughtful touch allowed natural light to pass through, introducing an additional layer of depth and enhancing the overall aesthetic.

To bring the design to life, our in-house joinery team skilfully hand finished the awards, providing a high-quality timber finish. The award details were laser-etched onto the body, ensuring precision and clarity.

We loved creating the unique trophy design for Griffith University! Contact us today to get started on your next custom project!