Blending the magic of creativity
with the science of design.

At Design Alchemy, we craft brand identities that enchant and endure. We specialize in brand design and development, along with a range of graphic design services to communicate a compelling story that builds your brand image.

Africa Cleaning Supplies

Manufacturing & Distribution

Logo design | Brand development | Brand identity | Social media design

Thornybush

Travel & Tourism

Brochure design | Social media design | Marketing collateral

Blck Rhino

Cyber security

Logo design | Brand development | Brand identity

UThingo Health

Healthcare

Logo design | Brand development | Brand identity | Website framework

Akani & Bustards

Travel & Tourism

Brochure design

Scytale

Cyber security

Brand development | Brand identity | Social media design | eBook designs | Marketing collateral

Inspire Africa Group

Education

Logo design | Brand development | Brand identity | Website framework | Merchandise

Coastal Radio SA

Media & Advertising

Logo design | Brand development

| Brand identity | Brochure design

Hi, I'm Shay, Head Alchemist

I'm a Brand Designer, Graphic Designer, and Illustrator based in Cape Town, with a love for turning ideas into visuals that feel both meaningful and memorable.

Over the last decade, I've worked with agencies, start-ups, established businesses, and everything in between, helping brands find creative ways to communicate who they are and what they stand for. Through Design Alchemy, I combine strategic thinking, creativity, and craftsmanship to create visual identities, marketing collateral, illustrations, and digital experiences that are as thoughtful as they are beautiful.

I believe great design lives in the balance between logic and artistry. It's not just about making something look good; it's about creating work that feels authentic, communicates clearly, and connects with the people it's meant to reach.

Whether I'm developing a brand identity, designing a campaign, illustrating a story, or creating supporting marketing materials, my aim is always the same: to create work with purpose, personality, and lasting impact.

Brand Design

Logo Design

Brand Identity Design

Visual Identity Systems

Brand Guidelines

Brand Discovery

Graphic Design

Brochures & Books

One-Pagers

Presentations & Pitch Decks

Infographics

Illustration

Marketing collateral

These are some of the ingredients we use to create a custom design solution, perfectly brewed to tell your brand story.

Digital Design

Social Media design

Canva templates

Website UI design

Landing Page design