About me, freelance web & graphic designer in Sussex

I was trouble in the ’70s – (according to my mum), did the big school & art college thing in the ’80s, spent most of the ’90s somewhere else, broke free from the man in the 00’s becoming a freelance web & graphic designer in 2008.

I’m fuelled by tea (and an occasional ale) & music. Some people call me a great designer, I don’t correct them!

Birth

I arrived on the scene in the golden age of bold patterns, classic tunes, & the dawning of all things digital. Early on, I developed an eye for the most iconic designs & gadgets of the time.

In the later part of the decade & in spite of repeated run-ins with The Police, I managed to stay on the straight & narrow.

Run ins with The Police.
Atari 2600 games console iconic design.

School

The 80s were a blur of neon colours, synththesisers & home computers. Embracing this new technology I spent countless hours programming, beta-testing, & defending the Galaxy.

Eventually outgrowing school, I turned my back on academia hanging-loose at Art College, following my passion for drawing shapes & colouring things in.

Freelance designer in Sussex, Old-skool Pantone markers for graphic design compositions.
ZX Spectrum 1982

Work

Fresh out of Art College, I embarked on a career in the print industry – starting with hands-on screen printing, before joining the local newspaper’s pre-press department, where I was introduced to the magical Macintosh rekindling my love of design.

In ’95, I joined the fast-paced design agency LDA Design, where I stayed until 1999, when I was invited to manage the newly established in-house design studio at PRG Publicity.

Signwriting & Screen printing experience

Freedom

By 2008, it was time to take the leap & become self-aware-employed. I set up my home design studio to help businesses stand out with design that’s both professional agency quality, with freelance flexibility, approach & price.

Since then, I’ve been fortunate to build long-standing client partnerships – grounded in trust, creativity & a touch of humour. Many have been with me since the beginning & I’m proud to still be their go-to designer.

Early websites designed by Influense Design

Future

Contact me for website and graphic design services.

With over 25 years in commercial design, I approach every project with the same mix of professionalism & creativity, & with a little humour thrown in the mix.

Whether you need a distinctive logo or brand, a website design that makes an impact, or practical marketing design support, I’m here to help you create a brand that endures.

So if you’re ready to launch your new business venture or give your existing branding a fresh lease of life, drop me a message or call 01323 419212. Let’s have a chat about your next project.

Still not convinced?

Well here’s some food for thought…
Minutes since I last thought
about food.
Cups of tea (give or take)
in the last year alone.
Random numbers generated
for “authenticity.”
Chance these stats mean absolutely nothing.

I’d offer you a coffee, but until someone invents USB espresso, you’ll have to make your own damn brew! (unless you’re local). So while you’re at it, here’s a few pop-tastic bangers to blast while the kettle boils. Play it loud, while you spill the beans.

Discuss your next design project over a coffee.

Let your freak flag fly

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What they’ve said…

Excellent
Influense Design5.0
Based on 24 reviews
re:sculpt
6 years ago
Lee always impresses us with his creativity, high quality of work and the speed with which he gets things done. We would highly recommend him.
Niav Padelis
7 years ago
Lee listened to our ideas and found creative ways to incorporate them into the overall design of the website. He is patient when we need help and always provides good advice.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Lee for the design of my podiatry website, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From our first meeting, Lee listened to my ideas and goals, and he turned them into a beautifully designed, user-friendly website that perfectly represents my practice. His creativity and attention to detail were impressive, and he made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Lee also provided valuable insights on best practices for website functionality and SEO, which I greatly appreciated. If you're looking for a talented and reliable website designer, I highly recommend Lee! He truly transforms visions into reality.