The who, what, where, and when

David Airey business card design

The who…

I was born back in ‘79, in the small town of Bangor, Northern Ireland. I’ve had a passion for graphic design since my teens, so it made sense to make a career from it. When not working, I love movies, music, travel, and spending time with friends and family.

If you fancy poking fun, watch my first video blog post.

The what…

David Airey office

I’m self-employed as a graphic designer. Have been since 2005. I chose to specialise in brand identity, as it’s what I most enjoy, and you can see a sample of work here in my portfolio.

The where…

Ballyholme beach Bangor photo

I’ve seen a fair bit of the world — interning in the US, teaching English in Spain, on the trans-Mongolian railway, back-packing South East Asia, to mention a little. Ireland’s still up there at the top of the list.

For now, you’ll find me enjoying my life in Bangor by the sea.

The when…

beware of the waves

  • 1979: Born in Bangor, Northern Ireland, just outside the capital Belfast.
  • 1995: After many bumps to the head, and for my sins, I began studying graphic design.
  • 1997: Awarded a GNVQ in graphic design.
  • 1999: Awarded a Higher National Diploma in graphic design.
  • 1999: Moved to Edinburgh, Scotland, for my degree.
  • 2001: Interned with the Graphic Arts Technical Foundation in Pennsylvania.
  • 2002: Graduated with a BA (hons) in graphic communications management.
  • 2003: Awarded a post-graduate diploma in management.
  • 2005: After a period of design employment I chose to become self-employed.
  • 2008: Returned to Northern Ireland for a higher quality of living.
  • 2009: Continuing in self-employment, doing what I love.

David Airey
On a recent trip to Menorca

Published interviews

In no particular order…

  1. David Airey, on Design Inspiration
  2. An interview with David Airey, on retinart
  3. The logo is an identifier, on Design Interviews
  4. The naked truth about David Airey, on Inspiration Bit
  5. Interview with David Airey, on Freelance Folder
  6. 15 answers, on Braintalk
  7. Online interview with David Airey, on Spotlight Ideas
  8. David Airey interview, on Inspiredology
  9. Interview with David Airey, on Colorburned
  10. David Airey of Logo Design Love, on Unmatched Style

Client testimonials

My previous client testimonials offer an insight of my design credentials.

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