Business Details
5 Years
experience
Creative Graphic Design & Animation Services in Petersfield
Leaping Cow represents the creative vision of designer Cris Black, whose lifelong passion for creativity began in childhood with hands-on projects using paper, ribbons, and natural materials collected from the shoreline near Emsworth. With decades of experience in graphic design, animation, film production, and photography, we specialise in transforming client ideas into compelling visual narratives. Our process combines tactile inspiration from books, magazines, and textured materials with digital expertise to create logos, branding, animations, and films that elevate businesses.We prioritise collaborative relationships, starting each project with mood boards and sketches to ensure alignment with client goals. Based in Petersfield, we serve clients seeking innovative design solutions that combine technical skill with artistic authenticity.
Services
Logo Design
Animation
Film Production
Graphic Design
Stationery Design
Stop Motion
Social Media Content
Branding
Packaging Design
Website Design
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of creative experience with tactile design approaches
- Our process starts with physical mood boards and sketches for authentic concepts
- Specialists in cross-disciplinary projects spanning branding, animation and film
- Deep understanding of local market aesthetics from our Petersfield base
- Proven track record with diverse clients including Alitex and Horndean Technology College
Services
Animation
We create engaging animations combining traditional techniques with digital expertise. Our process involves storyboarding, styling, and sound design to deliver custom visual narratives. Clients benefit from our tactile approach that incorporates textured materials and physical elements. Recent projects include work for Clothkits and AGM Transitions.
Film Production
From concept to final edit, we produce professional films that capture brand essence. Our services include location scouting, audio recording, and post-production editing. We've worked with clients like Alitex and Horndean Technology College to create promotional content and behind-the-scenes documentaries.
Logo Design
We develop distinctive logos that reflect business values through thoughtful typography and visual elements. Our process begins with sketchbook concepts before digital refinement. Recent branding projects include work for The Resonance Coach and Botanica Medica.
Graphic Design
Offering comprehensive design solutions from stationery to packaging. We create cohesive visual systems using both digital and traditional media. Our portfolio includes work for Apecs Farm Buildings and Chandni Yoga, focusing on tactile and textured aesthetics.
Stop Motion
Specialising in stop motion techniques that bring physical objects to life. We combine technical precision with creative storytelling, as demonstrated in projects for Review Hairdressers and Horndean Ukulele Group. Our approach maintains the organic quality of handcrafted animation.
People
Cris Black
Creative Director
Cris Black is an award-winning designer with over 30 years of experience in graphic design, animation, and film production. Their work combines traditional creativity with digital expertise, specialising in brand development and visual storytelling.
Questions
What services does Leaping Cow offer?
We specialise in graphic design, animation, film production, logo design, and stop motion services. Our portfolio also includes branding, packaging design, and social media content creation.
How does the creative process work?
We start with physical mood boards and sketches before moving to digital production. Our process includes client collaboration, storyboarding, and incorporating tactile elements into final designs.
What industries do you work with?
We've worked with education institutions, retail businesses, creative professionals, and local organisations across Hampshire and the South Downs region.
Can you handle both small and large projects?
Yes, we adapt our services to suit project scale, from single logo designs to comprehensive branding packages including animation and film production.
How do you ensure brand consistency?
We develop cohesive visual systems across all materials, maintaining consistent typography, colour schemes, and design elements throughout branding, stationery, and digital assets.
Reviews (4)
Robert Clarke
Jan 19, 2021
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We have used Leaping Cow on a number of ocassions including our fabulous current website. Cris Black has a great way of understanding what the client is looking for and then creating designs and styles which fit with the brief perfectly. Very responsive to changes, alterations etc. All in all a very professional, highly skilled designer - highly recommended.
Yvette Mindel
Nov 26, 2020
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I have worked with cris on several design projects over the last few years and not only is she a delight to work with, but she is an incredibly talented creative designer. She has recently rebranded my business - providing new logos, colour guides, graphics and photography for both my on and off line marketing. Thank you for all your hard work
Lucy Wheeler
Dec 04, 2017
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Cris is a fantastic creative designer. Always full of energy, offering inspiring design options after following briefs. A pleasure to work with.
Htc Community Dimension
Oct 19, 2017
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We have used Leaping Cow several times now, for both video projects and graphics design work. We are delighted with the way that Cris works closely with us, and to the design brief. She gives good professional advice and the final results have been fantastic. In particular the time she spent at our event days taking footage for the promotional video's, and the way she interacted with the participants was fantastic. Thank you, will definitely use again.
