SMOLKINVISION · Brandmarks for Companies with Something to Say

Focused brandmark practice

by Vlad Smolkin

All projects
01 / Approach

Brandmarks for companies
with something to say

I create marks where the idea comes from the name, the product, or the character of the company.

Sometimes that means working with letterforms. Sometimes it means a monogram or an independent symbol. The goal is always the same: a precise, distinctive mark that works in an interface.

Vlad Smolkin
03 / Method

Idea first.
Form second.

A strong mark does not have to illustrate a product literally. But it should have an internal logic: a connection to the name, function, or ambition of the company.

I look for that logic and turn it into a clear, self-contained form through letterforms, geometry, metaphor, or a combination of these.

Every mark is developed for real use: websites, product interfaces, app icons, favicons, and light or dark themes. It is tested to stay clear and recognisable at the smallest sizes, including 16×16 px.

04 / FAQ

Questions before starting

Common questions

Answers to common questions about the sprint. We can discuss your product and timeline in detail directly.

How long does a brandmark sprint take? +

Most projects take one to two weeks, from kickoff to final delivery.

Do you only work on redesigns? +

No. I work with founders building a new company from scratch, as well as teams that have outgrown their existing visual identity.

Do you only create typographic logos? +

No. Letterforms are often a source of ideas, but they are not a rule. Depending on the name and the product, the result may be typographic, symbolic, or a hybrid of both.

Why focus on the brandmark and app icon? +

For a digital product, a mark does not live only on a landing page. It appears in the interface, browser tab, dock, home screen, and alongside other services. That is why both the idea and the clarity of the form at small sizes matter.

Is the mark ready for trademark registration? +

Every mark is created as original artwork and prepared for professional trademark review. Registration ultimately depends on the relevant jurisdiction, product classes, and existing marks.

What do we receive at handoff? +

You receive the primary logo and its inverse version, along with vertical and horizontal lockups where relevant to the project. A compact version of the mark can also be included when the project calls for one.

The final package includes assets for social media avatars and favicons, plus production-ready files in the formats needed for web, product, and print use. A Figma source file can be included if needed.

Need a logotype for your product?

Send a link to your product or a short note about the brief, stage, and timeline. I’ll reply with the next steps.