
If it’s creative, it’s what Luckham Creative does, from logo design and business cards to brochures and posters, from product packaging to publications or all of the above. And Luckham Creative welcomes work from local and international non-profits that are helping improve people's lives. So if you're looking for creative design, from start to finish and beyond, call now for a free consultation.
ideas, design, photography and…
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I'm Julian Luckham of Luckham Creative. Originally from England, I grew up in both England and Canada, eventually settling in Vancouver, where I launched my own business in 1985. In 1992, I relocated to Ottawa, where I continue to live and work. I’m a proud father, music lover, designer, photographer, photo illusionist and occasional writer— in that order. With over 40 years of experience in graphic design, a love of all things creative, and a strong drive to do work that makes a difference, I'm proud to work with small businesses, artists, musicians, writers, photographers, and non-profits—whether local or global—and help them tell their stories and connect with their audiences in meaningful ways. I’m particularly drawn to projects that serve communities, bring joy to others, and improve lives.
In recent years, I've intentionally focused on working with a smaller, more aligned group of clients whose missions resonate with my own. If you think we share a similar vision, I’d love to connect! I invite you to explore my website, read “What does Luckham Creative do?”, and get in touch to see how my passion for creativity can bring your ideas to life. While you're here, check out my photo gallery, A View from Here., and if you’re curious about a project I’m especially proud of, don’t miss Father Daughter Perspective. I look forward to connecting with you!
Over the past fifteen years working together, Luckham Creative has created a unique online movie marquee format for the Ottawa Film Society’s (OFS) Web site. Julian’s design is fresh, innovative and engaging.
Comment from Julian: As a concert photographer, I find the more I enjoy a band the better my photos turn out. I’ve seen the Canadian band Whitehorse more times than I can remember, they always put on an amazing show and as I’ve told them myself, “I’ll keep going as long as you keep playing”! Both Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland, of Whitehorse, are always appreciative of the photos I post on Facebook from their show. One year Luke left me a three word comment on Facebook – “You never disappoint”! Thanks Luke, you guys always make it easy! See for yourself: Whitehorse
“Hi, I’m Bob, I love your work!”
Robert Bateman introducing himself to me at my first meeting to discuss working on his web site back in 2004.
We asked Julian to come up with a friendly but professional look that would really stand out and give our product an edge over the competition. Julian has fulfilled that request very well, we now have the finest labels in the sandwich market. The new labels have been well accepted and have even enabled us to get our products into stores that wouldn’t carry it before. One retail chain made it clear that they would be carrying our products due to the new labels.
Luckham Creative has provided us with excellent web and graphic design services. Julian is a great listener and is attuned to his client’s needs. His creative talents, attention to detail, patience and good will have been most appreciated.
I so enjoyed working with Julian to create my new website. He came very highly recommended by a friend of mine, someone who used to be a web designer herself and who is very particular, so I knew I was in good hands. Julian has the experience, knowledge and creativity and using that he took my ideas and content and made great suggestions and improvements to create Personal Touch Home Cleaning‘s new web site, and even tweaked my logo giving it more strength and better flow… who knew. If you need a website, or an adjustment to your logo, Julian’s your man!
With the combination of our colourful new labels and bright box our product stands out on store shelves and our sales are increasing dramatically. The new labels have had a very positive effect on sales and we are getting many compliments from our distributors both in Canada and in the United States. Julian will soon begin work on our brochure, so we must now prepare for another increase in sales.
We highly recommend Julian and his company Luckham Creative for any design work you may require.
I have worked with Julian, and Luckham Creative, for many years now. He has done a wide variety of graphic design, web development and design, and layout for our organization. He has also done some training with our partners and taken some gorgeous photos that we continue to use. I highly recommend Julian for creative graphic design delivered on time and in budget!
Julian has designed a multitude of publications, collateral and online products for WIEGO over the last 5 years. His attention to detail, responsiveness and extensive knowledge of photography and printing have been essential to producing high impact publications such as WIEGO’s Annual Report, the Global Economic Crisis Study and much much more often in multiple languages and at times working with key stakeholders who are based in other countries.
(Julian’s) ability to take what too often amounts to a wheelbarrow full of text and turn it into an appealing, readable and polished piece always amazes me. He has an excellent eye for design, and because he has a keen ability to contextualize the material, can rapidly find creative solutions to problems. Julian is also unfailingly professional and patient—even when clients make eleventh hour changes or balk at new design ideas.
I just received three very beautiful professionally taken concert photos of Peter Gabriel on his recent i/o tour. The photos were printed on top quality photo paper and I received them in 6 business days! These photos were well priced, less than what I’ve seen on other photo sites like Getty Images, etc. I highly recommend Luckham Creative for all of your photo needs.