Hi! I'm Adrian du Buisson

Art Director
& Designer

visual Identity for brands and events, from the first idea to long-term care.

13 years of building robust brands that work hard, engage and delight. Based in sunny Perth, Western Australia.

Art Direction

Graphic Design

Illustration

Art Direction Graphic Design Illustration

worked with

WHAT I DO

“And what is it to work with love? It is to weave the cloth with threads drawn from your heart, even as if your beloved were to wear that cloth.”
— Kahlil Gibran

Build

Creative Concept Development / Brand Identity Development

Steward

Brand Systems & Guidelines / Brand Support

Lead

Art Direction / Design Team Leadership

Craft

Digital & Print Design / Motion Design / Illustration

One day little adrian started drawing and he never stopped. He was caught in the forever dance of design.

These days I’m an art director building visual languages for brands and events and helping them grow!

I’ve worked for 13 years in agencies and freelance illustration developing stories and expressive, human visuals that connect with audiences.

I’m happiest working with the arts, music, and charities, and with anyone chasing a big dream or doing good for their community. I’d love to work with a sports team or folks making games (if you know anyone!). I look for great collaborative energy and people who lift those around them. I also love mentoring the next generation of creatives.

Outside of work, you’ll find me playing video games and TTRPGs, listening to music, or watching basketball and soccer. Born and raised in Perth, Western Australia.

I’m open to senior roles at studios and in-house teams. If you’re building something good, say hello!

CV

Experience

Strange Animals
Senior Designer

2018 - 2026

Freelance
Designer & Illustrator

Since 2016

Red Tiki
Graphic Designer

2013 - 2016

Qualifications

The University of Notre Dame Australia
Bachelor of Communications

2004 - 2006

Curtin University of Technology
Bachelor of Arts

2010 - 2012

AWARDS

Rooftop Movies
2023 Australian Web Awards

Winner: Design
Winner: Not for Profit

with Strange animals

open to creative roles and select projects. say hello!