Brand Story

Honour By Design™

Honour
Verb.
Regard with deep reverence. 

To ‘honour your brand’ is to show up consistently with an aligned look and feel that you are proud to show off. This is where we come in…

Welcome to LEONÓS STUDIO, a creative studio offering immersive branding experiences including brand design, brand strategy, product photography and website design.

At LEONÓS STUDIO, we transcend the ordinary, manifesting inspired visual narratives designed to honour your brand. We exist to illuminate conscious brands into higher being so that you can resonate deeply with your dream customers.

LEONÓS is an ode to self and a testament to elevating honourable brands.

Our immersive offerings are visionary — our brands are luminous. Step into your brand power with LEONÓS STUDIO.

The meaning behind our brand name LEO-NÓS:

An amalgamation of meaningful words

: ‘LEO’ – being the fifth sign of the Zodiac, and

: ‘NOS’ – derived from the Latin word ‘Honos’ meaning honour

Founder Story

Crafting luminous brands that feel like home

LEONÓS STUDIO founder, Nicole Nughes, is a brand designer, product photographer, creative human and proud LEO who is blessed to craft meaningful brands on Meanjin Country in Brisbane, Queensland.

Nicole graduated with a Degree in Fine Arts, majoring in Interactive and Visual Design, which introduced her to the potential of design as an artform and offered a glimmer into the world of photography. She began her career in a brand agency and honed her skills independently before moving on to create her own design studio, Unlimited Possibilities Studio, in 2020.

Transcending her original trajectory, Nicole’s focus on cultivating connection and collaboration with aligned businesses led her to develop an immersive brand journey model – and LEONÓS Studio was born. 

Our Mission statement

Immersive brand alignment for conscious businesses

LEONÓS STUDIO is a visionary creative studio. Our mission is to empower conscious businesses and foster deeper connections by crafting luminous brands that resonate.

Our Philosophy

A harmony of…Kindness, Connection & Courage.

Here, at LEONÓS STUDIO, where our identity is intricately woven with a commitment to certain qualities that underpin everything we do.

Our mission is not just about creating designs; it's about infusing purpose into the heart of conscious businesses through our branding experience.

At the core of our purpose is the elevation of businesses that are not just profit-driven but purpose-led. We believe in crafting branding that goes beyond aesthetics — it serves as a powerful tool for establishing meaningful connections and fostering trust. We see branding as a conduit for businesses to authentically communicate their values and missions to their audience. 

What sets us apart is our unwavering pride in core values. We're dedicated to empowerment — guiding clients to embrace their calling, going beyond business. As more than designers, we become partners in their journeys, passionately supporting the realisation of unique visions. It's not just about brand creation; it's about collaboratively helping them make a lasting and meaningful mark on the world.

Our core values /

I. Honourable

Empower clients with unwavering support, instilling the confidence to honour and amplify their unique brand.

II. Transcendent

We excel in delivering exceptional work through an innovative approach in the creative landscape.

III. Intentional

The studio's deliberate dedication to excellence is evident in its meticulous attention to detail.

IV. Courageous

At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that true progress requires the courage to step into the unknown.

To honour your brand is to bask in a light all your own and share that light with the world.

LEONÓS STUDIO. Honour by design™

  • Brigitte May – Australian Artist

    “Working with Nicole has been a breeze. She's been professional, approachable, organised, and motivated. I’d been searching for a graphic designer for a little while, and felt drawn to the aesthetics of her studio, as they are akin to my own. Nicole has effortlessly taken in my story and given it a fresh face, while embracing the direction I envisioned.”

    Services: Branding, Website (Shopify),
    Product Photography

  • Danuza – Studio Shibui

    “Working with Nicole was such a delight. Her knowledge, dedication and professionalism was absolutely incredible. The easy communication made the process very enjoyable, and the outcome could not have been better. I couldn't be happier with everything that has been created.”

    Services: Branding

  • Belinda – Tinybrave

    “Nicole took a lot of time to understand my new business and proposed thoughtful design concepts. I really appreciated her flexibility in working with my existing brand strategy. Her execution during our design days was flawless. I now have a gorgeous brand ‘container’ that’s reassuring yet bold, which I can fill with my own words and images to bring the whole thing to life.”

    Services: Branding

  • Sarah Hamilton Naturopathy

    “Nicole has been an absolute dream to work with. She has truly captured the essence of my story, and curated my branding so beautifully. Every detail is all I could have envisioned it to be. She has put so much passion, care and love into her work, and has helped me feel so inspired about sharing my offerings. I am so grateful to have found Nicole!”

    Services: Branding