Benjy Stanton Graphic Designer / Illustrator

Benjy graduated from Thames Valley University, London in 2004 with a BA in Digital Art with Digital Animation. He soon began to hone his design skills in his role as director and lead graphic designer at Web Media Works in Swansea, where he worked until 2008.

When Benjy and his business partners parted ways in 2008 (don’t worry, they’re still great friends!), he set up his very own design business, The Colour Mill, so that he could continue to provide his loyal and adoring clients with his graphic design, print design and website design services.

Having already worked with James on a few projects, Benjy’s desire to be part of a team of likeminded ambitious and talented individuals prompted his decision to become a fully fledged member of the James Good team in 2011.

Benjy is well practiced at working alongside web developers to bring his website designs to life online, and has a good understanding of web technologies himself, which comes in very handy here at James Good. He’s a versatile sort of chap, and adds another string to the James Good bow with his impressive talent for illustration.

When he’s not glued to the screen, Benjy’s spending time with his family, or drawing creative inspiration from travel and music. In his opinion, music festivals combine these two passions perfectly and Benjy is now on the look out for family friendly festivals that he can take his new baby along to.

Benjy's Quick-Fire Q&As

Brands you're loyal to:
BBC
Who needs Sky 3D when you have BBC Four?

Nintendo
Or, more specifically Mario.

Kia
They used Pete Fowler illustrations in their adverts, now I’m hooked.

Apple
Once you start, there is no turning back.

Innocent Smoothies
Expensive and tasty: a dangerous mix.

What's in your car's CD player?
Wild Beasts, Laura Marling, Vampire Weekend

Obsessive Compulsive?
Switching plugs off at the socket and turning down the thermostat.
Also, arriving at the airport three hours before the check-in opens.

Favourite quote?
No, it won't. It'll be difficult-difficult-lemon-difficult.

Best piece of creative advice?
If in doubt, add more margin.

The perfect Sunday?
Dinner with the family: too much food and a little bit too much beer!