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Deep Crust Co.

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An illustration-forward brand identity developed for a small-batch bakery. Built around a suite of hand-drawn assets, the project explores how tactile, imperfect visual storytelling can create a distinct personality and an intimate, community-focused brand experience. Deep Crust Co., is a neighborhood, small-batch bakery built on the philosophy of time, craft, and scratch-made quality. The goal of this project was to design a comprehensive visual identity that mirrors the artisanal care put into their baking. Moving away from rigid, corporate design structures, the identity relies heavily on a bespoke suite of hand-drawn illustrations to evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and community.

An illustration-forward brand identity developed for a small-batch bakery. Built around a suite of hand-drawn assets, the project explores how tactile, imperfect visual storytelling can create a distinct personality and an intimate, community-focused brand experience. Deep Crust Co., is a neighborhood, small-batch bakery built on the philosophy of time, craft, and scratch-made quality. The goal of this project was to design a comprehensive visual identity that mirrors the artisanal care put into their baking. Moving away from rigid, corporate design structures, the identity relies heavily on a bespoke suite of hand-drawn illustrations to evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and community.

An illustration-forward brand identity developed for a small-batch bakery. Built around a suite of hand-drawn assets, the project explores how tactile, imperfect visual storytelling can create a distinct personality and an intimate, community-focused brand experience. Deep Crust Co., is a neighborhood, small-batch bakery built on the philosophy of time, craft, and scratch-made quality. The goal of this project was to design a comprehensive visual identity that mirrors the artisanal care put into their baking. Moving away from rigid, corporate design structures, the identity relies heavily on a bespoke suite of hand-drawn illustrations to evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and community.

Year

2026

Client

Deep Crust Co.

Services

Branding, logo design, illustration