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A person wearing a blue shopping bag over their head, standing confidently with hands on hips. They are dressed in a white fitted t-shirt and a dark denim skirt. The background is a soft blue, enhancing the playful tone of the NHS stop smoking press campaign advertising, designed by John Sander. The layout design effectively conveys the message about quitting smoking for better breath.
An elegant whisky gift box displays a bottle of The Glenlivet, nestled among beautifully designed packaging and printed materials showcasing golden grains and dramatic landscapes. This direct mail pack, finalist in the FAB 9th International Food and Beverage Creative Excellence Awards 2007, was crafted by John Sander.
A vibrant red poster with golden text reading "Make a wish list" and the tagline "From our magical cast of books this Christmas." A shimmering lamp, reminiscent of an enchanting fairy tale, is prominently featured, exuding a warm glow. Branding creative artwork by John Sander. Waterstones in-store poster branding.
A vibrant advertisement for HMV’s Spring Sale, featuring bold red and yellow text stating "UP TO 50% OFF" in large letters. The background has a bright yellow sunburst effect with a silhouette of city buildings below. Designed by John Sander, it effectively promotes branding in-store promotions.
A vibrant advertisement promoting the BaByliss hairdryer, specifically designed for coloured hair. The display features the device prominently, showcasing its sleek design and unique features, framed under bold text emphasizing its benefits. Creative artwork by John Sander complements the press advertising campaign.
A vibrant orange rose rests beside a folded brochure for Alliance & Leicester and an invitation card, all placed elegantly on a clean surface. The blue box, partially open, contains more brochures, presenting a direct mail advertising campaign. Designed by John Sander, the materials highlight international services.
An advertising poster for Play.com, featuring bold text stating "MASSIVE AUTUMN SAVINGS". Various DVDs and CDs are displayed with significant discounts, alongside a cartoon squirrel. Designed by John Sander, it promotes savings of up to 85% on selected items.
A vibrant website layout showcasing lively individuals enjoying various experiences. The top features a welcoming headline, followed by engaging images and text promoting new adventures. Designed by John Sander, this is a lively preview of This Is The Life.com website design.
A colourful promotional leaflet for Butlins, showcasing the message "One Coghlan goes FREE" alongside vibrant illustrations. The leaflet highlights a "Half price breaks" offer, featuring engaging visual elements and playful fonts that evoke a sense of fun. Artwork by John Sander enhances its lively appeal.
A vibrant email marketing layout for "World's Best Bars" featuring a colourful design. It promotes the 2008 Olympics in Beijing with images of lively nightlife, cultural performances, and festive celebrations. The header highlights the website's popularity, designed by John Sander, inviting readers to explore bars.
A box of Twinings Everyday Tea prominently displayed, featuring a golden design and label. The package includes a white Bodum mug, marked ‘FREE’, nestled inside the transparent packaging. This on-pack promotion invites tea lovers to enjoy a refreshing experience. Photoshop by John Sander.
A sleek, modern packaging design for Harley Street Skincare's "StemCellution Eye Serum" displayed against a soft grey background. The bottle features a silver pump atop a translucent glass body, elegantly labeled with product details, conveying an essence of luxury and efficacy. Packaging design and photography by John Sander.
A monochrome advertisement featuring a large golf ball hovering above a golf tee on a well-manicured green. The text reads, 'How long the drive depends on who swings the club,' highlighting GAM press advertising designed by John Sander. The overall aesthetic exudes professionalism.
An advertisement featuring a man in a suit holding a surfboard beside a large text stating, "His business is one of a kind. And so is his loan." The poster promotes a press campaign by Alliance Leicester Commercial Bank. Layout and design by John Sander.
A vibrant promotional advertisement for St. Patrick's Day, featuring a bottle of Jameson whiskey against a New York skyline. The text highlights a 'New York Prize Draw' and invites customers to stock up. Artwork by John Sander enhances the festive atmosphere.
An advertisement for a skydive event to support the retailTRUST. It features a tandem skydiver with arms raised, soaring through the sky, with a small plane visible above. The text highlights fundraising amounts and encourages participation, with client branding and logo present, Designed by John Sander.
A vibrant promotional poster featuring a split scene of sunny sandy beaches and snowy mountains. The title 'Winter Sun and Ski' is prominently displayed, with playful graphics and bright colours. Artwork by John Sander, this in-store promotion for Waterstones invites readers to explore travel guides.
A black and white advertisement for Agni restaurant, featuring an illustrated chef striking a traditional British dish. The text highlights classic British cuisine with humour, emphasising 'Dripping, Pork Pies and Spotted Dick.' This press advertisement is vividly designed by John Sander.
A vintage-style eyelash curler for The Vintage Cosmetic Company is gracefully positioned next to its floral-printed packaging, which features delicate pink and blue flowers. The shiny metal of the curler contrasts with the soft pastel hues of the box. Photography by John Sander; packaging design by John Sander.
A sleek, black bottle of Jameson Whiskey, adorned with vintage stickers and graffiti-style embellishments. The image promotes 'XFM Live Sessions' in conjunction with Jameson. Artwork by John Sander features prominently on this eye-catching press advertisement.
The Vintage Cosmetic Company in-store printed leaflet designed by John Sander features an illustrated woman wearing a stylish black dress and a white headscarf, promoting false lashes. The elegant pink background is adorned with floral accents, enhancing the vintage aesthetic.
A vibrant HMV in-store window advertising designed by John Sander showcases colourful promotional displays. On the left, a "Mix and Match 3 for £18" offer is highlighted, while the central sign boldly declares "Alive with Entertainment" amidst a backdrop of lively colours. To the right, enticing "Offers of the Week" feature alluring products. The scene captures the essence of a bustling entertainment hub.
A striking advertisement from NHS Mid Essex featuring a young man with an intense expression, wearing a black t-shirt. The bold text suggests smoking prevents fitness for sports like football. It highlights a call to action to quit smoking, designed by John Sander.
A stylish in-store poster titled "I love your thoughts under your hair" showcases a woman with striking orange hair reclining in a beauty salon. She appears relaxed, holding a round hairbrush, as a hairdresser works nearby. The design features vibrant colours and sleek typography. Artwork by John Sander.
A vibrant NHS Mid Essex stop smoking campaign poster designed by John Sander. A young woman with long brown hair and a bright smile stands confidently in a red top. The background features bold splashes of orange and silhouetted buildings, creating a striking visual contrast.
A vibrant Retail Trust promotional printing leaflet designed by John Sander. It features two cyclists smiling on a sunlit path surrounded by lush greenery. The leaflet highlights various fundraising goals to support those in the retail and support service industries.
A promotional advertisement for Alliance & Leicester featuring bold, 3D text stating "5.9% APR Typical" against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. A vintage tractor pulls large hay bales across a green field, emphasising a low loan rate designed by John Sander for loans between £5,000 - £20,000.
A collection of marketing materials for Bushmills Whiskey, including a vibrant green snake-shaped bottle, promotional cards, a map of Ireland, and pages from a website, designed by John Sander, showcasing the brand's heritage and whiskey offerings.
A vibrant poster for "The Great Easter Escape" at Oceana Nightclubs, featuring dynamic artwork by John Sander. The design showcases flying birds emerging from stylised eggs, set against a textured grey background, with days of the week listed for events.
An elegant Twinings Green Tea direct mail campaign designed by John Sander features a prominent green and white tea package labelled 'Pear & Apple'. Beside it, a detailed letter invites recipients to explore the benefits of green tea, adorned with a 20p coupon.
A close-up of a woman’s face, showcasing her smooth skin and vibrant eyes while hands gently pull her forehead. The image is part of the NHS Mid Essex press campaign, designed by John Sander, promoting hands-free wrinkle prevention techniques.
A colourful promotional poster titled 'How to Build the Perfect Burrito', featuring bold red and green typography. The design includes vibrant imagery of fresh peppers and the logo for ‘sabor, mexican for flavour,’ highlighting a fun, engaging approach. Creative pitch design by John Sander.
A black and white press advertisement features a smiling man, Aaron, gently holding a stylised horse sculpture. The text reads, 'Aaron, the galloping gourmet'. It promotes Aristos restaurant, known for seafood, showcasing artwork by John Sander.
A black velvet box opens to reveal shiny handcuffs resting inside, against a vivid red background. The text reads, "For some women, Mothers Day is torture". This artwork by John Sander conveys a powerful message for the Amnesty International press campaign addressing women's rights.
An elegant Revlon press advertising poster featuring a smiling woman with vintage blonde waves, surrounded by ornate floral patterns. The design, by John Sander, promotes 'California Cream' as a retro-styled product for modern empowerment, combining nostalgic beauty with contemporary appeal.
A vibrant collage showcasing the "Cape Promise Winery branding and campaign" designed by John Sander. The sunset hues of orange and red create a dramatic backdrop, featuring silhouettes of acacia trees and a person contemplatively standing near a reflective water body, complemented by bottle imagery.
A vibrant promotional poster for an Easter party at a UK nightclub, featuring a cartoon monkey wearing bunny ears, breaking through chocolate. The text announces the event details, with elements styled in a playful, engaging manner. Artwork by John Sander complements the themed celebration.
A vibrant green background showcases a blue plate with a perfectly fried egg, its white edges contrasting with the bright yellow yolk at the centre. Above is the message, "The small things you do everyday can help prevent global warming." This is a "Power 2 creative pitch" designed by John Sander.

graphic design: Where artisan vision meets commercial precision 

John Sander’s graphic design practice is built on a foundation of two decades of art direction. By combining an expert photographer’s eye for composition and lighting with the technical discipline of a seasoned graphic designer, John delivers design solutions that stand out for their visual sophistication and structural integrity.

This is a portfolio of collaboration and results. Working across sectors from luxury skincare and premium spirits to high-street retail and public service campaigns. John balances the demands of the brief with a passion for high-end production. Each project, whether a minimalist digital layout or an elaborate in-store display, is approached with the same dedication to craft, ensuring that every design is not only visually arresting but also perfectly aligned with the client’s goal, delivering measurable success for every brand he serves.

Telephone 07542 518098 + email john-sander@live.co.uk

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