I had the privilege of being commissioned by Smaragd Wijnen to craft an illustration commemorating their 15-year anniversary.

Their request was to encapsulate the rich history and origins of the brand, infusing it with a more expressive touch.

The salamander holds a significant place in the well-established branding of Smaragd Wijnen, a company inherently tied to the world of wine.

Naturally, this captivating creature emerged as a central element in my visual representation.

The finalized artwork places strong emphasis on the salamander, capturing a robust expression as it adheres to the wine glass. Additionally, the portrayal of liquid within the glass, along with clusters of grapes, effectively convey the sensation of wine. To further accentuate the salamander's prominence, the grape cluster has been shifted to the background, accompanied by delicate leaves. This thoughtfully composed arrangement ensures that the glass, with the captivating salamander, rightfully claims the spotlight.

’Smaragd’ translated means emerald, which is visualised next to the glass to emphasise the companies name.

Concept development from start to finish.

Illustrating artwork using ProCreate and Adobe Illustrator.

Creating lay-out and making everything print ready using Adobe Indesign.