http://www.thinkabig.com THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:51:59 +0000 http://www.thinkabig.com en http://www.thinkabig.com/New-Schools-for-New-Orleans http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/New-Schools-for-New-Orleans Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:51:59 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2086745 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/NSNO_satch_web.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/NSNO_satch_web_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/annualcoverweb.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/annualcoverweb_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/annualupdateweb.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/annualupdateweb_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/graph.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/graph_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/NSNO_kid_web.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/NSNO_kid_web_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/overview.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086745/overview_o.jpg" align="left" /> New Schools for New Orleans is a nonprofit organization dedicated to achieving excellent public schools for every child in New Orleans. Founded in April 2006, NSNO hopes to build a system of schools, not a school system, by encouraging the schools to determine their individual and collective needs and by supporting them in their growth toward operational excellence and academic rigor. We're pleased to say that Thinka has been able to work with them on several of their messaging pieces, including the overview brochure. They're a real pleasure to work with, and we love designin' for the kids. http://www.thinkabig.com/ricky http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/ricky Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:36:29 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 991515 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/rickylogo.gif" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/rickylogo_o.gif" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/ricky1_web.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/ricky1_web_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/ricky2_web.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/991515/ricky2_web_o.jpg" align="left" /> This informative booklet was created for Ricky Lemann, Realtor. Ricky goes above and beyond to help his clients and wanted a concise handout that explained how to navigate the process of buying or selling your home. We created a logo for Ricky that speaks to the rich architectural history found in New Orleans, La. http://www.thinkabig.com/Michael-Ledet http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/Michael-Ledet Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:23:54 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2014962 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michaelledetweb.gif" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michaelledetweb_o.gif" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael3_8.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="670" width_o="500" height_o="670" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael3_8_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael1.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael1_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael5_6.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael5_6_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael7.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael7_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael6.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael6_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael5.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2014962/michael5_o.jpg" align="left" /> Thinka was thrilled to redesign a portfolio site and brochure for Michael Ledet, one of New Orleans' local artists. We sat down with Michael and decided the punchy colors in his work would be suited best for a clean, bright, uncluttered presentation. Cheryl Gerber provided studio photography of Michael's paintings, home and books (he also is an accomplished graphic designer). Check out his one-of-a-kind style. http://www.thinkabig.com/TAG http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/TAG Sun, 29 Jan 2012 02:31:53 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2086714 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/homecrop.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/homecrop_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/TAG.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/TAG_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/blog.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/blog_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/resortcrop.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/resortcrop_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/client.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/client_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/spas.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086714/spas_o.jpg" align="left" /> This project's name may seem hauntingly familiar. The father and son team at TAG also asked us to do a redesign for the parent company — TAG Studio. When we met with Taylor Galyean about the site's core message, he didn't hesitate; these spas are carefully planned, with spa guests and spa operators in mind. TAG Studio's been designing top of the line spas since 1986. Their site speaks volumes about their integrity and expertise. http://www.thinkabig.com/TAG-Shower http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/TAG-Shower Sun, 29 Jan 2012 02:31:48 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2086840 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086840/tagshower.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086840/tagshower_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086840/tagcards_fixed-copyweb.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086840/tagcards_fixed-copyweb_o.jpg" align="left" /> A TAG shower is like parking a Mercedes in your bathroom, except more useful. These showers provide hydrotherapy — the use of water to revitalize, maintain, and restore health — to top spas around the world. Preprogrammed shower sequences provide specific therapy — stress relief, muscle tension relief, body toning, invigoration, and anti-cellulite hydrotherapy. Sign yourself up for one of these, my friends! http://www.thinkabig.com/Rare-Cuts-Rebrand http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/Rare-Cuts-Rebrand Sun, 29 Jan 2012 02:27:44 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2085213 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/RClogo.jpeg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/RClogo_o.jpeg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/PortfolioShots_Pidge---048.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/PortfolioShots_Pidge---048_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/PortfolioShots_Pidge---054.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/PortfolioShots_Pidge---054_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/meats.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/meats_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/steakmatrix.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2085213/steakmatrix_o.jpg" align="left" /> Thinka worked with everyone's favorite meat man, Henry Albert, to develop a rebrand for Rare Cuts, a high quality meat purveyor in New Orleans, Louisiana. A truly unique shop, Rare Cuts sources its product directly from small farms and ranches, as well as a couple of local wholesalers, and the meats on offer are generally only available in restaurants. The quality of the product and the dedication of Henry and his team quickly became the heart + soul of the brand platform. The project was large in scope. Together, the team produced the brand elements, applied them to business cards, banners, in-store communications, and a new online market. The largest site in our portfolio to date, rarecuts.com was an exciting challenge. Henry's team included the skills of Mark Westguard, who programmed a site that includes e-commerce, a host of recipes, a "steak matrix" (it's awesome, try it), and plenty of great information. We also outfitted their twitter page @RareCuts! Explore the site at rarecuts.com or stop in at the flagship store on the corner Nashville + Magazine to enjoy the Rare Cuts experience. http://www.thinkabig.com/TOD-booklet-for-John http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/TOD-booklet-for-John Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:23:32 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 2086887 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---142.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---142_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---131.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---131_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---154.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/2086887/PortfolioShots_Pidge---154_o.jpg" align="left" /> The TOD Group designs transit-oriented developments (or TODs). We were able to work with TOD Group on the promotion of their most recent development, Clear Creek Transit Village in Denver, Colorado. This guide outlines the progress already made at Clear Creek and the return on investment if someone were to contribute toward the completion of the project. It was a pleasure working with TOD Group and we hope to work together again soon! http://www.thinkabig.com/Haik-Terrell-Eye-Clinic http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/Haik-Terrell-Eye-Clinic Wed, 18 May 2011 16:04:25 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 1460223 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeball_homepage.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeball_homepage_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_4.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_4_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_5.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_5_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_3.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_3_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_2.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_2_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1460223/eyeballs_o.jpg" align="left" /> Haik and Terrell Eye Clinic and Thinka worked together to express their trustworthy and friendly office culture in a new website. We had a blast talking with their patients and getting to know the doctors and staff. Site features include a nifty meet us page, some glowing testimonials, and downloadable patient forms. Jorge Menes provided the eye-popping photography. Check out the site at haikterrelleyeclinic.com! http://www.thinkabig.com/Eggs http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/Eggs Tue, 10 May 2011 15:40:45 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 1327099 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs3.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs3_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs1.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs1_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs2.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1327099/eggs2_o.jpg" align="left" /> Your eggs are ready! Huevos, a cute little breakfast joint in Mid City New Orleans needed a cute little site to match. The site shows the dine-in and catering menus for reference and provides a hub for the online overnight pickup system. Click an info-egg from the homepage to explore your breakfast options. Sip on the Huevos Twitter feed via the tweet mug, or click on the Facebook toast for the latest specials. http://www.thinkabig.com/Patois-Website http://www.thinkabig.com/following/thinkabig.com/Patois-Website Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:14:05 +0000 THINKA new orleans graphic design and branding firm. 1326206 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/patois.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/patois_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/gallery.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/gallery_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/menu.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/menu_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/shrimp.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="500" width_o="670" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/25118/1326206/shrimp_o.jpg" align="left" /> Paying homage to the classic, yet fresh, Restaurant Patois and its celebrated menu was indeed a tall order. The web presence is a delicate balance of the refinement and comfort found at this quaint neighborhood favorite. Among the site's features is the art+farm+friends photoblog — a slideshow of Chef Aaron Burgau's delicious finds at the local farmers' markets and a list of some of his favorite spots and people around town. This site came together with the help of Lorin Gaudin, New Orleans Food Goddess who managed the site content. We couldn't have had more fun working with Chef Aaron and the whole Patois crew. Visit PatoisNola.com.