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We’re raising a toast to celebrate the launch of Element Event Solutions, a new brand we proudly named and brought to life! 🥳 From crafting the brand strategy to the visual identity, we partnered with the Chair-Man Mills Corp. to unite their family of nine event rental leaders into one game-changing brand. 🎉 Check out their new look and see how they’re setting the gold standard for event solutions across Canada.👇 https://hubs.li/Q02PRZ7k0 #Branding #Design #BrandStrategy #VisualIdentity #Launch #B2B #B2C #Jacknife

Unboxing some love to our West Coast Client, Gamut Packaging - Formerly MarijuanaPackaging.com! 🎁 💛 We had the incredible opportunity to partner with Marijuana Packaging, a leader in custom cannabis packaging, to help them break free from industry limitations and expand their reach. Through a strategic rebrand, we helped them evolve into Gamut—a name symbolizing a comprehensive range of packaging solutions across industries. From creating a new brand identity and logo to building a flexible, dynamic visual system, the rebrand has positioned Gamut as a powerful player in diverse markets while keeping its roots in cannabis. Learn more about Gamut here: https://hubs.li/Q02T3bPN0 #Branding #Design #BrandStrategy #VisualIdentity #Logo #B2B #B2C #Jacknife

Exciting news! 🎉 Jacknife’s rebranding of Chair-man Mills into Element Event Solutions has been featured in Strategy magazine! This rebranding marks the unification of 9 prominent event rental companies under one powerful national brand platform, setting a new gold standard for event solutions across Canada.📰 ✨ Learn more about the feature here: https://hubs.li/Q02S2wTc0 #Branding #Design #VisualIdentity #B2B #B2C #Innovation #JacknifeDesign

Design Thinkers Podcast: Mikey Richardson & Mike Kelar RGD 🎙️⁠ ⁠ Welcome to the DesignThinkers Podcast! Join host and RGD President Nicola Hamilton as she digs into the archives of the DesignThinkers conference, reconnecting with past speakers about their talks and ideas that have shaped Canada’s largest graphic design conference.⁠ ⁠ Each year, RGD asks a different Canadian design agency or studio to tackle the conference identity. In these shorter episodes, host Nicola Hamilton will speak with some of those folks — past DesignThinkers Design Partners. In this episode, Hamilton chats with Mike Kelar and Mikey Richardson, co-founders and co-ECDs at Toronto-based Jacknife. In 2008, the year they were Design Partners, the pair were working as AmoebaCorp. Kelar and Richardson took a very hands-on approach to the work, which they talk about in this episode. ⁠ Listen on PRINT: https://lnkd.in/etj5BUPj ⁠ Words: Nicola Hamilton RGD (she/her), Mikey Richardson, Mike Kelar AOCA RGD Imagery: Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD) ⁠ -----⁠ #print #printmag #printmagazine #printisnotdead #creative #identity #inspiration #rgd #rgdcanada #designthinkers #graphicdesign #design #graphicdesigners #graphicdesigncanada #designconference #jacknife

We’re excited to see the next chapter of Ampere launch! 🥳 🎉 Formerly known as Pinnguaq, Ampere has grown significantly since its founding in 2012. What began as a mission to provide equitable access to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education in rural and underserved communities has now evolved to include adult education and nationwide initiatives. The name "Pinnguaq," meaning "Play" in Inuktitut, no longer captured the breadth of its expanded services. Ampere's new brand successfully merged its heritage with a modern identity, providing a foundation for future growth. Through our collaboration, we crafted a fresh, innovative brand that reflects Ampere’s core values of Sustainability, Equity, Community, and Creativity. Ampere now has a brand that empowers and educates while maintaining its community-focused personality. Discover how we helped Ampere evolve while honouring its roots: https://hubs.li/Q02Qjzxd0 #Branding #Design #VisualIdentity #Logo #Education #Innovation #JacknifeDesign

We’re proud to have partnered with Silk Road Institute to mark their 10th anniversary with a refreshed brand identity. This new logo captures the essence of their journey—celebrating their roots in the Muslim arts community while embracing a dynamic future in the Canadian cultural landscape. It’s more than a logo; it’s a symbol of ten years of storytelling, innovation, and a commitment to amplifying diverse voices. Check out our latest projects here: https://hubs.li/Q02NQqVX0 #Branding #Design #BrandIdentity #Logo #Community #JacknifeDesign

We're fired up to share the launch of My Propane Buddy, a project we crafted in partnership with SLEEGERS Engineered Products Inc.! 🔥 Our team at Jacknife was tasked with crafting a distinct brand identity, including a fresh logo suite, comprehensive brand guidelines, and eye-catching marketing collateral. 💡 The visual design of the kiosk draws inspiration from a vintage era when products were built to last, blending these nostalgic roots with a bold, modern use of colour. This combination brings a timeless yet contemporary look that enhances the user experience and sets a new standard in propane purchasing. Find your nearest kiosk at @mypropanebuddy or visit mypropanebuddy.com for more details! 🚀 Want to see more of our projects? Check it out here: https://hubs.li/Q02JfB3g0 #Branding #Design #VisualIdentity #Logo #B2B #B2C #JacknifeDesign

🎙️ RGD's DesignThinkers Podcast Alert! 🎙️ Catch the latest episode featuring our very own Co-Founders and Co-ECDs, Mike Kelar and Mikey Richardson! 🗣️✨ They take a trip down memory lane, revisiting their 2008 hands-on journey as AmoebaCorp and the impactful event collateral they crafted for the Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD) DesignThinkers conference. Dive into the creative process and discover how their visionary approach continues to shape the design world. 🌟 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://hubs.li/Q02HN9_t0 #Creativity #Innovation #Branding #Design #Podcast #RGD #JacknifeDesign

King's Pastry, a renowned artisanal dessert company, sought to revitalize its brand to better align with its new strategic mission and appeal to a broader consumer market. Jacknife was tasked with creating a fresh, compelling premium brand identity that would resonate with both B2B stakeholders and a new retail consumer audience, effectively bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary appeal. Learn more about the rebrand here: https://hubs.li/Q02H58Gg0 Collaborators: Photography - Jim Norton Photography Inc. Website - Tennis Inc #Branding #Design #VisualIdentity #PackagingDesign #Photography #B2B #JacknifeDesign

I'm thrilled to announce that one of my paintings has been selected for the “Everything but the Kitchen Sink” show at the iconic La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles. La Luz de Jesus is a legendary gallery known for its groundbreaking exhibitions in the world of contemporary pop and underground art. Since its founding in 1986, it has been a hub for vibrant and eclectic works, showcasing influential artists like Mark Ryden and Shag. Being part of this show is a huge honour, and I can't wait to share my work alongside over 150 international artists, both established and up-and-coming. The exhibition opens August 2nd with the free to the public reception starting at 7pm and ending at 11pm at the gallery located at 4633 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles. Street parking is available and the A.D.A. accessible entrance is made available by calling (323) 663-0122 upon arrival. The exhibition runs from August 2nd to August 31st. The gallery is open everyday for public viewing. @laluzdejesus #ArtExhibition #LaLuzDeJesusGallery #laluzdejesus #ebtks2024 #EverythingButTheKitchenSink #ArtShow #ContemporaryArt #painting #CanadianArt