About

Studio Vermilion is an independent creative studio.

We conceptualize, design, generate, prototype, model, photograph, film, render, edit, and produce creative deliverables.



Services

Art Direction

Brand Development

Brand Messaging & Behavior

Copywriting

Design Research

Packaging Design

Product Strategy

Marketing Campaigns

Production Services

Digital Advertising

Logo & Wordmark Creation

Visual Identity Systems

Post-Production

Retouching

Web Design & Development


Past Collaborators


Meet the Studio

Studio Vermilion is the collaborative design effort of Samantha and Brandon Locke.

Samantha is a versatile designer with experience spanning startups to global firms like IDEO. Her work covers industries including CPG, automotive, fintech, and healthcare. Known for her rare blend of creativity and strategic insight, Samantha consistently delivers impactful design solutions.

Brandon is an award-winning art director and optimistic perfectionist. A former member of Apple's marketing team, he contributed to the success of products like Apple Watch and AirPods. Brandon's earlier agency work includes leading campaigns for tech, automotive, beverage, and sportswear brands.


Collaborative. By nature.

Studio Vermilion is currently located inside the former architecture studio of modernist Tivadar Balogh.

Our integration with nature and modernism is a constant inspiration for us and our work.

During the summer, the old growth tree canopy becomes so thick that we leave the woods to see sunshine.