By virtue of thoughtful design and storytelling, Gesso develops one of a kind brands for the modern day maker.

Recent Work

Gesso enjoys working with full of heart businesses and seeks to inspire adventure and exploration in the work they produce. These are some of our recent design partnerships:

 

 
Husk Homes Des Moines Branding

Husk Homes

A look into the creative strategy behind naming, branding, print and social media development for a custom home builder establishing their roots in the midwest.

 
Anglers Alibi Alaska Branding

Angler’s Alibi Alaska

With over 100 years of combined guiding experience on the Alagnak Wild River Alaska, the guys at Angler’s Alibi know a thing or two about navigating the wild and unexpected - including this brand refresh.

 
Floral Shop Branding and Design

Bloom Floral + Home

This local flower shop was in need of a logo refresh and seamless e-commerce experience with fresh and inspiring branded imagery and illustrations.

 

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Brand Photography

Round out your branding experience with brand photography for your website and all ongoing marketing strategies.

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CFI Tire and Wheel Brand Photography
CFI Tire and Wheel Brand Photography

One important aspect of their rebranding effort was the use of lifestyle candid headshots for their employees. These headshots not only showcase the team's personalities but reflect how relatable they are to their customers.

Birchbox Container Home Brand Photography
Birchbox Container Home Brand Photography

Imagine stepping into a luxurious container home in the middle of nature. The interior spaces are beautifully designed, with every detail carefully thought out. As you look through the artistically shot images, you can almost feel what it would be like to stay there.

Madigan Counseling Co Brand Photography
Madigan Counseling Co Brand Photography

The goal was to create a cohesive look that reflected Madigan Counseling Co's new brand identity - something bright, positive, and welcoming. As a therapist specializing in helping those who are neurodivergent, it was important to capture images that felt modern, unique, and professional.

Husk Homes Brand Photography
Husk Homes Brand Photography

In a recent photography session for a Husk Homes, a custom home builder, we focused on capturing images that showcased their unique style and attention to detail. The creative direction for the session was carefully planned to ensure that the images would be versatile and could be used across various marketing platforms.

Design and strategy should never be cookie cutter, that’s why we custom tailor personalized solutions for your project.

Reviews:

We partner with businesses that believe in showcasing what makes them different. Here’s what they have to say:

Testimonials

“Gesso Design was fantastic! Very professional and communication was excellent throughout the entire branding process from logo creation all the way to a beautiful website. Super impressed and beyond happy with the results. I would recommended Gesso Design to anyone looking for branding help as a new business or looking to refresh their business branding. Annie is the best!”

Zack Goettsche, Northern Plains Endodontics

“Working with Gesso was an easy and enjoyable experience! She immediately "got" my brand's feel and very quickly crafted what I needed. Gesso is professional and on-trend, and was good about communication. I'm very happy with my re-branding, logo and website. I've already recommended Gesso to multiple of my industry peers.”

Kelsey Thompson, Bloom Floral + Home Studio

“We have worked with Annie on a few projects and she is always such a delight and easy to work with. She recently helped us rebrand a channel of our business and it was so fun creating and building that brand together! She is the best.”

Ally Lowe, CFI Tire & Wheel

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Gesso Design Co. is your creative partner, empowering your business in today’s competitive landscape. Whether launching a new venture or revitalizing a brand, our team brings your vision to life with tailored design solutions. From branding and web design to marketing strategies, we collaborate to align every detail with your goals. With Gesso, you gain expert services and a trusted ally in your journey toward success. Together, let’s craft a brand that stands out for lifetimes.