Lumber Studio — A One Stop Creative Shop.

I’m Joe Taylor aka LumberJackJoe – an art director, designer, photographer and illustrator. Think of me as a lumberjack of all trades – I cut through creative challenges and carve ideas into reality.

What you get:

Work Directly With the Creator

No middlemen. No mixed messages.

Agency-Level Craft, Without the Cost

Big-agency thinking. Independent studio cost.

A Lumberjack of
All Trades

Multi-skilled. Cohesive. Streamlined.

Fast Turnarounds,
No Cutting Corners

Quick when you need it.
Careful where it counts.

Built on Honest Partnership

Straight-talking. Trustworthy. Human.

With over a decade of experience in top agencies, I know what great work takes. Now, I offer that same expertise directly to brands – no middle layers, no inflated costs, just one-on-one collaboration with the person doing the work.

Whether you need direction, design, visuals, or illustration, I bring honest effort, sharp ideas, and a good dose of creative craft to every project.

The people I have worked with:

Graphic Design That Works as Hard as You Do

From branding and campaigns to layouts, packaging and social content – I design with clarity and purpose. My approach blends strategy, storytelling and strong visuals to help your brand communicate clearly and consistently.

You’ll get:

  • Smart, effective design that connects with your audience
  • Cohesive visuals across print, digital and social
  • Direct collaboration with me – no account managers, no confusion

Photography with Design Thinking Behind the Lens

Great photography doesn’t just look good – it works hard for your brand. I combine creative direction with technical expertise to capture imagery that’s both beautiful and strategic.

From products and portraits to campaigns and environments, I create visuals that feel authentic and aligned with your brand story.

You’ll benefit from:

  • One creative eye guiding the full process – concept to edit
  • Authentic, story-led images that support your design goals
  • Seamless integration between photography and other brand visuals

Illustration That Brings Your Brand to Life

Illustration adds personality and warmth where words or photos can’t. I create custom artwork that enhances brand stories, builds recognisable identity, and adds craft to every project.

From icons and editorial pieces to brand mascots or full illustration systems, I tailor each piece to your brand’s tone and style.

You’ll get:

  • Original, hand-crafted visuals unique to your business
  • Flexible assets for print, digital, and merchandise
  • A cohesive art style aligned with your brand identity

Art Direction That Unites Vision and Execution

Good ideas need clear direction. I provide creative leadership that brings your vision together – across design, photography, and illustration.

From concept to delivery, I oversee the process to ensure your visuals work as one cohesive story. I bring structure, creative consistency, and a clear plan that makes execution smooth and efficient.

You’ll get:

  • Strategic concepts aligned to brand goals
  • Visual direction that ties all creative outputs together
  • Hands-on support from idea to final production

Find Creative Lumber-some?

Let’s chop wood together. Whether you need design, direction, photos or illustration – I’m here to help your brand grow strong and tall.