Logo redraws for Stellenbosch labels, signs and print work
Many Stellenbosch businesses still have logos that exist only as a low-resolution image, a scan from an old invoice, or a picture copied from a signboard. That is fine for a starting point, but it usually causes trouble once the artwork needs to go on wine labels, folded menus, foiled packaging, vehicle stickers or large outdoor signage. We redraw logos as proper vector artwork so the lines stay crisp whether the file is used on a small swing tag or a shopfront panel.
For local clients, this matters when the print run has to cope with coastal humidity drifting inland, morning condensation on labels, or strong sun on outdoor signs and menu boards. A clean redraw also helps when a printer asks for the right production file, not just a picture that looks good on screen. We work from artwork you own or have the rights to use, and we can tidy shapes, spacing and line weight so the final logo is ready for daily use.
- Logo redraws from scans, photos and old artwork files
- Clean vector files for print, signage and merchandise
- Artwork suited to single colour, full colour and reversed versions
- Practical file preparation for local print shops and sign writers
Hand redraw or bitmap tracing, which one suits the job
Not every image should be handled the same way. A bitmap trace can be useful when the source artwork is simple and the shapes are already clear, because it follows the existing picture and converts it into vector paths. A hand redraw is better when the original is rough, cramped, blurry or built from too many shortcuts. In those cases we rebuild the artwork by hand, correcting curves, proportions and spacing instead of copying every flaw.
For Stellenbosch brands, this choice often depends on where the artwork will live. A cellar door sign needs stronger line structure than a social graphic. A craft label may need finer detail than a bold vehicle decal. We look at the source file, the intended use and the print method before deciding what will give the cleanest result. Sometimes a hybrid approach works best, with tracing for the basic form and hand work for the parts that need more care.
- Bitmap tracing for clean, simple source images
- Hand redraws for damaged, low quality or awkward artwork
- Illustration adjustments for small size legibility
- Options for simplified artwork when production needs it
Vector file formats that printers and sign shops can use
Most clients need artwork that can move between printers, sign makers and packaging suppliers without losing quality. We prepare vector files in formats such as SVG, EPS, PDF and AI, depending on what the job calls for. These formats allow the artwork to be scaled up or down without becoming fuzzy, which is useful when the same logo must appear on a bottle label, a menu header and a large signboard.
We also keep an eye on practical production details like cut lines, solid fills, overprint issues and line thickness. That matters in Stellenbosch, where many brands use smaller pack sizes, textured paper, and short-run print jobs. If a file is meant for one-colour stamping or laser cutting, the artwork needs a different setup from a full colour illustration. We can supply clean files for production and separate versions for day-to-day brand use.
- SVG for web and flexible digital use
- EPS for many print and signage workflows
- PDF for easy sharing with suppliers
- AI for editable vector working files where needed
Hand-drawn illustration for wine labels, menus and merchandise
Stellenbosch has a strong mix of food, wine, hospitality and creative retail, so the illustration work here often needs a lighter, more crafted feel. We draw custom brand icons, mascots, maps, badges, line art, scenes, patterns and packaging illustrations that suit labels, tasting notes, menus, stickers and merchandise. The style can be neat and understated or more detailed, depending on how the brand speaks.
We often work on pieces that need to hold up at small sizes, especially on label strips, jar lids and folded inserts. In those situations, too much detail gets lost. A good illustration should still read clearly when it is reduced for a bottle neck label or printed on textured stock. If the artwork will be used on merchandise like caps, totes or T shirts, we can shape it so the file stays practical for print and embroidery suppliers.
- Custom Brand Icons and Badge Illustration
- Mascot Illustration and Scene Illustration
- Map Illustration for estates, routes and event guides
- Pattern Illustration and Social Graphics for repeat use
Working with Stellenbosch businesses and suppliers
We handle work for wineries, guest houses, restaurants, farms, makers, estate shops and small businesses across Stellenbosch and the surrounding Winelands. Some clients come with a single logo that needs rescuing, others need a full set of supporting graphics for a label series or a seasonal promotion. We are used to practical briefs, where the artwork must be ready for a printer, a sign fitter or a packaging supplier without extra back and forth.
Because Stellenbosch can mean tight streets, parking restrictions in the town centre, and deliveries that need to fit around tasting room hours, we keep the process straightforward. Most enquiries come through the contact page form, and from there we can review the source artwork, confirm what rights are in place, and decide on the correct file format. If a project needs a local reference point, we work with the town, the estates and the surrounding roads and landmarks in a way that suits the brief.
- Suitable for wineries, hospitality, retail and local makers
- Useful for labels, signs, point of sale and merch
- Files prepared for South African suppliers and print shops
- Enquiries handled through the contact page form
Travel coverage and turnaround across the Winelands
Our base is in Observatory, Cape Town, and we serve Stellenbosch alongside Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Pretoria and Bloemfontein. For Stellenbosch clients, turnaround depends on the size of the redraw, the amount of source material and whether the artwork needs a simple cleanup or a full hand rebuilt illustration. We also factor in proofing time, because labels and signage often need one or two careful checks before they go to print.
Local conditions matter too. In the Winelands, outdoor work has to cope with sun, rain, dust and occasional humidity, while indoor hospitality pieces often need to hold their colour under warm lighting and busy service conditions. That is why we prepare files with the final use in mind, not just the look on a screen. Whether the job is for a tasting room, a bottle label or a stall at a market, the aim is artwork that stays neat and usable.
- Coverage for Stellenbosch and surrounding Winelands areas
- Work handled from Observatory, Cape Town
- Practical file prep for changing weather and print conditions
- Support for repeat artwork across multiple products and formats
