About

If every great piece of design tells a story, then every narrator of that story should have a few chronicles too. It’s chapter three of my story so far. I took the leap of faith to start my freelance design career back in 2007, the rest is design history.

“Garlic consistently produces creative designs with a unique energy. Jon is professional and efficient - we love working with him!”

the second chapter

After graduating I worked for design agencies based in Cambridge, London, Sydney, and Oxford. Since then I have built up a loyal client base through word of mouth and frequent repeat business. I have a track record of delivering high-quality design work for the arts and culture, education, science and research, and more recently exploring the climate and sustainability sectors. My clients will say Garlic is passionate about encouraging audiences to engage and discover through key messages and striking design. Fast-forward to 2013 and I evolved the business into Totem Studios – a natural progression, underlining the growth of the agency.

Now as we bravely enter 2021, working in a post #Brexit and #Covid businesses will need to more adaptable than ever. Having spent many years helping my clients’ businesses with their branding, I thought it was about time to give myself a brand makeover. So, it’s out with the old and in with the new. Totem Studios evolved into Garlic Agency.

Strong, fresh and punchy. Garlic is everything that great graphic design should be. A key ingredient in the marketing mix. I will be working between the UK and Turkey (where East meets West) exploring new opportunities. Rest assured though, everything else remains the same. Same great design work, by the same designer.

the third sector

I am a designer finding a more sustainable path for myself and my business, whilst creating design work to highlight the path for others. I’m taking a stand to take on climate action and I recently signed the ‘First Things First 2020 manifesto. I offer substantial discounts to any organisation working in the Third Sector – climate action, sustainability or raising environmental awareness.

I am proud to be a climate designer.

Fringe benefits

Garlic Agency has been providing brand and design services to national and international clients since 2007. Creating cutting-edge communications to help brands and customers connect.

Client Focus

At Garlic, we prioritize your unique needs. Our attentive approach ensures a deep understanding of your organisation. We navigate the intricacies of your offering. Staying dedicated from start to finish, translating your passion into measurable growth. Read client reviews here. 

Close Collaboration

At Garlic, we integrate seamlessly with your team, becoming a valued ally rather than a remote service provider. Our responsiveness and commitment mean we’re not just a design agency, we’re an engine for the growth and development of your organisation. See our Manifesto here.

Clear Process

With Garlic, expect projects to run on time and within budget. But that’s not all. Our process also encourages your own creative thinking. We proactively engage, challenge, and push creative boundaries, inspiring fresh thinking and exceptional outcomes, even under tight deadlines.

Creative Results

Benefit from Garlic’s extensive 28+ years of design experience, spanning both print and digital mediums. With over 4,000 flawlessly executed design and branding projects, rest assured you’re getting seasoned creativity that exceeds expectations. View design portfolio here. 

Business Values

  • 1% for the Planet member
  • Climate Designers supporting member
  • Use carbon neutral website hosting
  • Only work with FSC certified printers
  • Helping to plant trees with Ecosia
  • Discounts for climate sector clients

Personal Values

  • Founding Member of Only One
  • Signed 'First Things First' Manifesto
  • No car ownership since 2017
  • Carbon offset any flights since 2020
  • Buying second-hand clothes online
  • Co-Founder of Therapy Fairground

Garlic’s full stack of software tools. Icons supplied by icons8.com and Font Awesome

“His good sense of humour, ability to cope well under pressure and excellent organisational skills enable him to produce high quality work within tight deadlines.”

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