Melbourne Music Week
Campaign Brand Identity, Digital2021

The fresh visual identity for Melbourne Music Week 2021, led by Lucy centred around the theme of 'emerging'. After surviving one of the longest lockdowns in the world, Melbourne and its thriving music scene were set to re-open at the end of 2021. 

This was a truly unique moment in Melbourne's history and as such needed to be reflected in the design. Behaving as a motif, the date and oval represent the re-opening of the city, with the text emerging from the unknown “grey area” into a bright and colourful future. 

As a music festival, it felt only natural to showcase the artists as a key visual throughout the branding. This year more than ever it was important to support the return of live music by creating a platform for those who make it all possible. 



 ↘  Naarm/Melbourne (AU)
 ↘  Client: City of Melbourne



Piccolina GelateriaCampaign Brand Identity2023
In collaboration with Banalarama, we were invited to brand Piccolina Gelateria’s annual gelato project, 8 Chefs in 8 Weeks—a celebrated series pairing master chefs with Piccolina to create limited-edition flavours. The creative direction leaned into the campaign’s voyeuristic theme. 



↘  Naarm/Melbourne (AU)
↘  Client: Piccolina
↘  Producer: Banalarama
↘  Photographer: Zoe Coldham



FinesseBrand Identity, Website Build, Digital2024
Finesse, Australia’s premier women’s sneaker destination, was ready for a new chapter. Established in 2017, the brand had grown into a leading retailer of exclusive sneakers for women, but its identity no longer reflected its position at the forefront of the market. 



↘  Naarm/Melbourne (AU)
↘  Client: Finesse Store



City of Melbourne NYE Countdown
Digital2023

As part of an on going working relationship with the City of Melbourne, POP partnered with video production house Banalarama in creating a colourful 2-minute video for the New Year's Eve 2023 Countdown.

The vibrant graphics were projected in Federation Square, Tresury Gardens, Docklands, The Shrine, as well being live streamed on Channel 9. The direction reflected the city's creativity and set the stage for an exciting year ahead, while the minimalist style allowed accessibility for all.



 ↘  Naarm/Melbourne (AU)
 ↘  Client: City of Melbourne
 ↘  Video Production: Banalarama



Venus FlytrapVinyl Sleeve Design2022
Feng Suave, meaning Smooth Wind, is a Dutch psych-pop duo from Amsterdam known for their warm, nostalgic sound. For their 7” single Venus Flytrap, the band sought artwork that could echo the mood of their music and capture the track’s retro soul. 


↘  Amsterdam (NE)
↘  Client: Lustre Company
↘  Photographer: Max D’Orsogna



Lustre
Brand Identity, Digital2023

LUSTRE, is an artist management company with offices in London, Berlin, and Byron Bay. Their ethos is to provide nurturing support for their artists' growth, led by. lucy so the brand direction uses warm neutral tones with bold minimalist typesetting to reflect these values.

The balance between warmth and strength visually reinforces LUSTRE’s commitment to both creative freedom and professional integrity.



 ↘  Naarm/Melbourne (AU)
      Byron Bay (AU)
      London (UK)
      Berlin (EU)
 ↘  Client: Lustre Company



This Might HelpBrand Identity, OOH, Digital2023
The brand identity for This Might Help emphasises simplicity, effectiveness, and flexibility to foster an open dialogue about mental health.

Inspired by modern Swiss typography and 60s–70s educational materials, the visual direction features bold color blocking and a structured grid for accessibility. Lineto’s Riforma was chosen for its legibility and distinctive character, balancing personality with a minimalist approach.

The logo was designed with a sense of flexibility, allowing it to be stretched and pulled to adapt to different collateral. The modular panels and carefully considered colour combinations in the grid system are intended to immediately capture the attention of new users and inspire them to engage with the community.



↘  London (UK)
↘  Client: Stephanie Sword-Williams



HermoneBrand Identity, App Design, UX/UI, Website Build2022
Hermone is a German hormone-tracking app designed to promote body literacy and contribute to a more equal future. The fluid, waved characters in the logo draw inspiration from the curves of a hormone cycle chart, symbolising the natural rhythms of the body. This line-work was further developed into a brand motif, shaping the foundation of the visual identity.

To maintain brand cohesion, the app’s interface features soft-edged shapes, reinforcing a sense of harmony and flow throughout the user experience.



↘  Berlin (DE)
↘  Client: Body Literacy GMB



Discussions
Melbourne Design Week: Breaking the Pixel Ceiling  |  Panel Hosts, Moderators, Speakers  (2024)

Melbourne Design Week: Breaking the Pixel Ceiling  |  Panel Hosts, Moderators, Speakers  (2023)

The Design Kids: TDK Tuesdays  |  Guest Speakers  (2022)

RMIT: Graduate Festival of Design  |  Alumni  |  Guest Speakers  (2020)

AGDA: First Five Out  |  Guest Speakers  (2019)

General Assembly: VICE + Play On Play  |  Moderators, Guest Speakers  (2019)

General Assembly: VICE + Play On Play  |  Moderators, Guest Speakers  (2018)


Awards
AGDA Awards  |  Winner  |  Merit  (2023)

The Brand Indentity  |  Winner  |  Poster Competition  (2023)


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