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Double Gold at the San Francisco International Wine Competition

Don — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:21:19 +0000

Elliott Design took home a Double Gold at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. It is the highest award they give and apparently we are the first design studio not just in Vancouver, Washington, but in the entire Northwest to take it home! In all there were 3,897 submissions from 27 countries, the biggest competition they’ve had in their 30 year history.

The design was a collaboration between Don Elliott and Gary Gougér, the wine maker. Gary chose the bottle and the cork while Don designed around his specifications. However what really made it fun was the story behind the wine. “Mine Mine Mine,” a fortified dessert wine got it’s name as a tribute to Gary’s wife. On their first date he thought he would ‘share’ his take on the port style of wine with her – he had one sip…she had the rest! After they married he wandered into his cellar to find all the port cases labeled “Mine!”

Suffice it to say, we love working with Gary and hope to keep pumping out award winning labels to match his great stories and spirits! You can see the label, taste some wine, and listen to live music all at Gougér Cellars on Friday nights at 1812 Washington St, in downtown Vancouver. Tell him we sent ya!

Elliott Design is Growing!

Jake — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 22:56:20 +0000

Those of you who frequent this web address might be wondering if you’re at the right place. Yes, you are at the home site for, Elliott Design. But get this: we’re growing, the company is changing. Don’t worry, it’s all that good growth like when baby teeth fall out and those stronger, healthier teeth start popping through. In fact, we’ve just hired 2 new teeth!

Jacob Cummings: designer, photographer AND writer extraordinaire
Colby Nielsen: Intern turned web-NINJA!

To celebrate our growth toward the company’s long-term goals of working with a full set of teeth, we’re performing gentle re-branding, and a website overhaul. Our intention is to streamline the original site and introduce several service package updates. Of course, none of this would be possible without the help of our loyal clients. We are thankful for your feedback in helping us make this change. We invite you to take a look around, and let us know what you think in the comments section!

2010: Bring it On!

Don — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:48:52 +0000

News & Specials for the New Year!

	Brand Audit For the month of January we are offering a free ‘Simple Brand Audit.’ This is a pre-cursor to a new group of strategic marketing products and services we will be adding soon. A Simple Brand Audit is a wonderful way to gain a quick ‘reality check’ on your existing branding efforts. The audit includes: 1 on 1 Interview Examination of existing marketing material Analytical Report Improvement Suggestions Please note, this offer is currently only available to existing clients or companies referred by existing clients. To learn more or to schedule an audit: Contact us!







	Art-4-Humanity Art-4-Humanity is a one of our newest clients and we are happy to have them on board! They convert artwork created by artist Debbie Naone into high quality, affordable ‘all in one’ gift wrap packages. However perhaps the greatest part is all the profits go to 4 different Children’s Charities! I’ve already used a few myself and I am very impressed with their quality. Check them out: www.Art-4-Humanity.com

	SOCIAL MEDIA ADD-ON Does your website automatically sync with Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter? If you are tired of having to update 4 different spaces every time you want to update your audience, then this add on is for you! The add on is a series of plugins and modification designed to make your online networking easier. This add on includes: Twitter Integration (1 or 2 way) Facebook & LinkedIn Automatic Updates Easy Bookmarking Buttons (making it easier for your visitors to share you with their own network!) Total Cost: $50 Order now! This special is for a limited time only and is available exclusively to Elliott Design website clients. The add on requires you to have pre-existing Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts available. If you need assistance with this let us know!
	*Plugins are additions offered exclusively to Elliott Design website clients. Plugins are not available for Flash sites.

The Perfect Christmas

Don — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 22:58:54 +0000


Reign in Christmas with dance!
MVP Dance Elite’s Christmas Show The Winningstad Theatre 1111 SW Broadway \| Portland, Or 97205	December 4th: 10:00am \| $10 December 5th: 1:00pm \| $10 December 5th: 6:30pm \| $15
Ever received an invoice from Lorena??
Well now you can see her real talent – dancing and choreography! MVP is Lorena’s dance home, the show not only features her and members of her company Moveo, but also a whole slew of students she has personally trained.
	MVP continually stands out as Portland’s premier dance studio, you will be amazed at the professional level of their dancing. Not to mention the story line is quite a tear jerker with a happy ending.

Oregon Wine Institute

Don — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:39:28 +0000

Recently we were given the exciting opportunity to spearhead the branding of the all new Oregon Wine Institute! Not only was this project a lot of fun, but fell right in line with our previous wine experiences. It seems the wine industry is beginning to embrace Elliott Design nearly as much as we embrace wine…

The Oregon Wine Institute is being created to provide wine lovers, enthusiasts, students, hobbyists, and visitors an opportunity to experience all the facets of the nonpareil that is Oregon wine. Additionally, the Institute will be an invaluable asset to the industry as a hub for research, expert analysis and advice, professional resources, think-tanking, and more throughout all areas of Oregon’s $1 billion wine industry.

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Grand Opening!

Don — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:48:40 +0000

October 24th: 2:00pm – 8:00pm

Hi Folks,

Our latest wine label design was for Gougér Cellars, and what a wonderful surprise it was! You see as the designer I can’t control what goes in the bottle (which is probably a good thing…) so I always wonder how the label will compliment the wine itself when all is said and done…well after 1 sip I was convinced it was a perfect match! Gary Gougér, the winemaker, is a master craftsman of bold and complex wines – I have personally tested every blend just to make sure.

Join us…

On October 24th, from 2:00pm – 8:00pm Gougér Cellars & Winery will be celebrating their grand opening! Not only do they have wonderful wine, but they are the first and only winery to open in downtown Vancouver. Hors d’Oeuvres and tasting…drop on in, meet Gary & Bonnie, relax, and walk home with a couple bottles! Don’t forget to tell him we sent ya! Cheers!

Gougér Cellars & Winery 1812 Washington Street Vancouver, Washington 98661

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Read more about Gary Gougér at Salut! Wine: HERE

New Portfolio!

Don — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 21:13:47 +0000

Check out our new portfolio!

And then feel free to let us know what you think.

Gougér Cellars Opens!

Don — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:53:52 +0000

After years of preparation our newest winery-client, Mr. Gary Gougér, has opened his doors! He is officially the very first winery to open up in downtown Vancouver, a wonderful addition to a budding artistic community. As for us, this project was a hallmark in the wine industry due to the fact that he gave us ‘carte-blanche’ in the creative control of his labels and corporate image – might sound risky but that kind of moxie is the shortest distance between concept and a great design.

AND (to top it off) his wine is AMAZING. There’s nothing quite like putting time, effort, heart, and soul into a project only to find out the product it represents is even better. If you haven’t had a chance to visit Gary or taste his wines yet, stop on in and tell him we sent ya!

Gougér Cellars

www.GCWinery.com

1812 Washington St

Vancouver, Washington

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