I’m a Seattle based graphic designer who specializes in identity design. I help brands refine how they're perceived, through a design process that is research based, goal driven, and relationship oriented. My designs set brands apart by integrating the simplicity of modern elements with vintage influences, creating smart and playful solutions that work.
Identity Design
Branding
Logo Design
Illustration
Print Design
Web Design
Photography by Quinn Russell Brown
“I thought Jonathan was a good hire from his portfolio and our interview, but proved even more true when he arrived and set up a workspace with an array of classic design and typographic books – It’s in his blood. We had two branding efforts upcoming and he has been incredible in the ideation, design and implementation of them both. I’ve found him a really strong sounding board for the work we’ve done together, often discussing font weight contrasts and kerning distance to make the work better – a rarity for designers these days.
Great designer. Great in a room. Great human.”
“It is my privilege to recommend Jonathan to you. He took my concept for a business, drew it out, supported my vision and then helped me turn it into a reality. He is incredibly gifted, articulate, creative and most importantly…patient! As an entrepreneur, I couldn’t have asked for anyone more talented and professional to help me launch Sword & Shovel.”
“Working with Jonathan on logos for our community gathering was incredible. After chatting with him he provided a vision that captured what I was trying to get at in a way that even I wasn’t imagining. He provided exactly what we needed, and even better than I could have envisioned. His ability to take your own beginning ideas and expand upon them is truly a gifting. I would recommend working with him to anyone!”
“Jonathan is an absolute pleasure. Our vision is frequently far surpassed by what he delivers, which is every client’s dream. Communication is excellent and effortless and he strikes a perfect balance between delivering what is asked and his own flare. He asks clarifying questions when necessary to ensure he is headed in the right direction, rather than wasting anyone’s time, which is refreshing. Jonathan has a strong understanding of who we are as a company, what we are looking for, and what works for us. He works both collaboratively and independently, not only receiving feedback graciously, but taking true satisfaction and pride in pleasing the client. We would not hesitate to recommend Jonathan to anyone looking for a creative, thoughtful, intuitive, gifted graphic artist. He is a joy to work with and we look forward to working with him on countless future projects!”