Our services


Richard the Brave is a full-service graphic design studio. From websites to logos, we can take care of all your design and development needs.

Based on Vancouver Island • We work with people around the world and with local clients here in Nanaimo BC.

Why Richard the Brave?

Our standards are high. As a company, we’re very detail-oriented. You could even say we’re picky.

Because this stuff matters to us.

We think standards should be high.

But don’t worry if you don’t know a website from a water buffalo, or a brand standards guide from a banana.

As long as you want someone who cares about what you’re working on, we’ll make a great team.

Managing a list of to-dos

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Websites, logos, & more

Learn more about our design services below.
To discuss your project, get in touch!

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Website design & development

A professional website is a must-have for any serious business. We specialize in building websites for companies who want to be competitive in the online world.

Websites are complex, but owning a well-performing site doesn’t have to be. Our friendly and responsive approach takes the hassle out of building and maintaining your online address.

Intuitive user interface

Logo design

Your logo gives you a chance to show off the personality of your business. Your logo is your mark – and something to be proud of.

We’ll work with you to discover the best way to present your brand to the world. Through discussion, research, and some gut instinct, we’ll build a mark that leaves the right impression.

Touch interface interaction

Signage & stationery

Well-branded signage and stationery keeps your business visible in the community and top-of-mind with your customers.

Business cards to backlit signs, letterhead to sandwich boards, banners to stickers. We’ll ensure your marketing materials stay on message and on brand.

Writing content for the web

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Browse our work

Visit our portfolio for a curated list of websites designed and built by Richard the Brave.

Working on website code

Testimonials

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  • Tanya Baxter, K9 Connect

    Communication was quick, they really took the time to understand my needs, and their input and suggestions were very helpful.

    Tanya Baxter K9 Connect
  • Lindsey Brimble, The Mahle House Restaurant

    I just wanted to thank you two for such a wonderful experience!

    Lindsey Brimble The Mahle House Restaurant

Getting started


Starting your creative project is easy! Just get in touch to book a quick chat.

Select works

View our portfolio
  • Catherine Walton, RMT

    catherinewaltonrmt.com
    As a solo RMT working within a larger clinic, Catherine needed a website to replace her old one-pager that would effectively highlight her own unique services and style to clients and clinics alike.
  • Kelly Yacht Sales

    kellyyachtsales.com
    Nanaimo-based yacht broker Mark Kelly wanted a website that shared his hard-working and friendly values. We built a custom back-end to make managing his listings easy, giving Mark more time on the docks with his own clients.
  • Western Driveline

    westerndriveline.com
    We connected quickly with Jarrod and Michelle, the down to earth husband and wife team who own and run Western Driveline. They care about their craft, and it was our job to reflect that through their new website.

Related questions

Browse all FAQs
  • I don’t know ANYTHING about websites. Is that a problem?

    Not at all.

    We take care of all the jargon-y and technical stuff so you don’t have to.

    And when we do need to bring you up to speed about something technical, we’re well-versed in making the information relatable.

  • How long does it take to build a website?

    6 to 8 weeks is a common, start-to-finish timeline for a website project.

    The scale and complexity of the website will also affect the overall timeline.

    6-8 weeks is typical for a small business website for a local company with a brick-and-mortar presence. The development time for a large online store, on the other hand, would be considerably more.

    At the beginning of your project, we will agree to a series of milestones in order to set clear expectations and keep your project on track.