I bring over three decades of expertise in art and branding, having worked with some of the world’s most iconic brands. My portfolio includes interactive activation campaigns for Baileys under Diageo, branding projects for Emirates Airline’s staff headquarters and corporate terminal, and innovative concept and designs for the marketing of the new Battersea Power Station development. I was recently named Cambridge Artist of the Year and had the honour of representing the city in a twin-city cultural exchange with Hungary. My career also includes live art demonstrations for KitchenAid at Battersea Power Station, curatorial projects for Porsche, and collaborations with the prestigious Art’Otel in London. My practice seamlessly blends creativity with strategic branding, which has led to me being a sought-after artist and curator in the UK and internationally. I thrive on cross-disciplinary work—from brand identity and strategy to magazine design, packaging, and immersive brand experiences. My practice blends artful storytelling with practical execution, delivering clear, cohesive brand assets and campaigns that resonate across markets and channels.

Anna Cowie

I bring over three decades of expertise in art and branding, having worked with some of the world’s most iconic brands. My portfolio includes interactive activation campaigns for Baileys under Diageo, branding projects for Emirates Airline’s staff headquarters and corporate terminal, and innovative concept and designs for the marketing of the new Battersea Power Station development. I was recently named Cambridge Artist of the Year and had the honour of representing the city in a twin-city cultural exchange with Hungary. My career also includes live art demonstrations for KitchenAid at Battersea Power Station, curatorial projects for Porsche, and collaborations with the prestigious Art’Otel in London. My practice seamlessly blends creativity with strategic branding, which has led to me being a sought-after artist and curator in the UK and internationally. I thrive on cross-disciplinary work—from brand identity and strategy to magazine design, packaging, and immersive brand experiences. My practice blends artful storytelling with practical execution, delivering clear, cohesive brand assets and campaigns that resonate across markets and channels.

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I bring over three decades of expertise in art and branding, having worked with some of the world’s most iconic brands. My portfolio includes interactive activation campaigns for Baileys under Diageo, branding projects for Emirates Airline’s staff headquarters and corporate terminal, and innovative concept and designs for the marketing of the new Battersea Power Station development.

I was recently named Cambridge Artist of the Year and had the honour of representing the city in a twin-city cultural exchange with Hungary. My career also includes live art demonstrations for KitchenAid at Battersea Power Station, curatorial projects for Porsche, and collaborations with the prestigious Art’Otel in London.

My practice seamlessly blends creativity with strategic branding, which has led to me being a sought-after artist and curator in the UK and internationally.

I thrive on cross-disciplinary work—from brand identity and strategy to magazine design, packaging, and immersive brand experiences. My practice blends artful storytelling with practical execution, delivering clear, cohesive brand assets and campaigns that resonate across markets and channels.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director and Curator at Kurt Louis Studios
April 1, 2020 - Present
Creative direction and curatorial work for NFT collections, community collaborations, brand ID and strategy, illustration and fine art.
Global Brand Design Director at Cosmic Molecule (Goodist Ltd)
April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Art direction, branding and illustration for a one-year contract.
Creative Director at The Pixel Pusher Ltd
November 1, 2004 - January 1, 2021
Strategic Brand Creative and brand asset creation; niche branding projects in collaboration with partner.
International Brand Manager at The Licensing Company
November 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Creative strategy and branding approach for brand extension.
Head of Print at English & Pockett
November 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Contract liaison with UEFA brand manager; credited for bringing strength of new ideas to sponsorship program.
Design Director at Virgin Projects
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004
Design director; led branding, campaigns and photo shoots; people management and proposals.
Designer - Art Director at Robbins Brandt Richter
April 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Concept development in collaboration with copywriters and account handlers.
Art Director at Hot House Design & Advertising
November 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Strategic design and development; led creative output across projects.
Creative Director at Osmosis Design & Advertising
September 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Creative strategy and branding; led design direction.
Art Director at Zoom Digital
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
Outdoor advertising and large-scale graphics; art direction.
Curator Assistant at Gow Langsfords Gallery
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
Assisted with brand work and collaborations for Emirates, Baileys, Coca-Cola, and more.
Freelance & Contract at London – Various Agencies
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2023
Brand identity, strategy, advertising and digital design for agencies including MMGY Global, DigitasLBi, McCann, Exposure, OgilvyAction, Landor, Gyro, BD Network, Publicis, VCCP, Mammal Design; private clients such as Battersea Power Station, Emirates, M&S, Coca-Cola, Virgin brands etc.
Volunteer at NZBusiness Network
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Volunteered on rebrand project and refreshed skills during a career break.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1996
Pre-foundation course at Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1992

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education