What Falling Short Taught Me About Moving Forward
As I look back on 2025, I could be forgiven for seeing the first quarter as something of a false start. A process that began in 2024 led to the opportunity to train as a Driving Examiner with the DVSA. While valuable in many ways, the experience was not entirely...
Travels, Challenge and Decisions – Being true to your Brand
2024 was busy, and not all for positive reasons. The year began with a family vacation to the Nordic island country of Iceland in early Spring. This was both a challenge and a positive experience. Iceland is on a rift between tectonic plates, and its geologic activity...
The Tree of Life – ac4designs review of 2023
As I reflect on a busy 2023, it is hard not to be distracted by the conflicts around the world. History tells us that statistically, we live in a far less dangerous world as individuals. Despite this it is hard not to feel the danger to humanity itself is real. I like...
Stormy Seas – ac4designs branding 2022
With a new year comes renewed hope. Despite the difficult times all have endured in recent years and the uncertain economic landscape that lies ahead, hope must remain as our guiding light. As the impact of COVID-19 fades and we brace for economic uncertainty, I am...
ac4designs project review, a look back at 2021
Project review of ac4designs work in 2021 As 2022 begins and we all hope and pray for a world where COVID does not disrupt our lives, it is time for me to reflect on the graphic design work undertaken in 2021, with a project review. I am blessed to work with and for...
My digital art response to Covid-19
Boxed in. Antony Cox 2020 A digital art response to COVID-19 and a world that often seems to want to crush individual creativity. Originally posted on May 29, 2020 Being a Graphic Designer is all I wanted from the age of 14, once the reality of not being a...
An ac4designs review of 2020
A warm ac4designs welcome to 2021 Originally posted by ac4designs on December 29, 2020. I think it is fair to say that most of us will be glad when 2021 arrives. I want to send a warm ac4designs welcome to one and all. The continuing COVID pandemic is still creating a...
Becoming a website owner
Becoming a website owner is a challenge that I understand from personal experience. In terms of being a website owner, this post is a case of ‘do I as I say not as I do’. I hope it offers some insight into things to consider and the potential pitfalls of choosing to...
Colour is so important to your business.
Why small businesses should make the most of colour? This post is about an effective approach, that can significantly improve the visibility of your brand. Big global brands take full advantage of colour, but many smaller businesses fail to grasp the importance of...
Brand, should not be forgotten!
Brand, should not be forgotten! Posted on May 11, 2012 Remember your brand is your business. In the current economic climate, you might be forgiven for thinking that grappling with the complexities of your brand is the least of your problems. However, a strong brand...