Graphic design. It’s bloody everywhere. From cereal boxes to hospital signage, it’s impossible to avoid the stuff. People want it. We sell it. But what is graphic design, and why do we need it? Put plainly: graphic design is the creation of effective visual...
Should I build my website myself or hire a web design studio?
If your needs are simple, your budget is tight, and you have the time and patience, building your own website can absolutely work. Once the site has to win you customers, or the build would eat 40 to 80 hours you don’t have, hiring a web design studio is the better...
How much does packaging design cost?
In Canada, a single label from a freelancer runs about $500 to $2,000, a single retail package from a design studio $3,000 to $8,000, a product line of four to eight SKUs $8,000 to $25,000, and big agency packaging programs start around $30,000. Those are market...
How much does branding cost in Canada?
Branding cost in Canada runs from a few hundred dollars to well past $25,000, depending on who does the work and how much of a system you need. As Canadian market ranges: a freelancer logo is $500 - $2,500, a starter identity from a studio is $2,500 - $6,000, a full...



