Who we are
Flametree Creative is a Western Australian owned communications consultancy that specialises in creating excellent brands and brand assets. Our clients vary from one-man bands to national companies. We operate on a project basis or in a full service capacity, but our objective is always the same: to clearly differentiate our client’s business to the extent that it becomes or remains a brand leader within its category. To achieve our aims we follow a process of continuous improvement that clearly positions our client’s brand by creating outstanding design solutions and strategies whilst ensuring that the expectations we create are matched by the outcomes desired by our clients.
Our team
John Douglass
Creative Director
After graduating from Curtin University with a degree in Design, John specialised in publication design and production, gaining an excellent knowledge of digital processes and print production. He worked as senior designer with Fremantle Arts Centre Press for 10 years utilising his skills in layout, typography and systems management. He has won major national design awards for his work in book design as well as awards marking excellence in print production and interpretative graphics.
John formed Brown Cow Design in 1993 which he ran until merging with Brimstone Creative in 2015 to form Flametree Creative. He has served as lead creative to: The City of Fremantle, Fremantle Sailing Club, Halco Tackle, Colgate Aust - N/Z, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, Matsos, Mt Barker Chicken and many more. John has designed books for Richard Woldendorp, City of Perth, UWA Press, The Town of Victoria Park, Holmes a Court Gallery, Linneys, BHP and many others. He has designed interpretative displays such as The Kalgoorlie Prospectors and Miners Hall of Fame, John Curtin Gallery and the Maritime Museum of WA.
Mark Venables
Creative Director
A fine artist and graduate of Curtin School of Design, Mark worked in illustration, advertising, creative writing, corporate design and strategy both in Perth and London.
Mark has been developing successful brand and marketing strategies for over 30 years.
Mark has created and developed local brands like Matsos Brewery, Baileys Fertilisers, Captain Cook Cruises and many well known tourism and familiar household products from inception to market leaders.
Douglas Lima
Graphic Designer
Douglas is a designer with over 10 years’ experience turning ideas into eye-catching visuals. He’s worked across a mix of industries, with a strong focus on branding and packaging — especially in the alcohol space. Gin, beer, wine, vodka… if it comes in a bottle or can, chances are Douglas has designed for it.He spent time working at a major journal in Canberra, where he sharpened his eye for layout, clarity, and working under pressure. Since then, he’s built a diverse portfolio and developed a reputation for being able to take a rough idea and turn it into something polished, memorable, and on-brand.At Flametree, Douglas brings creativity, craft, and commercial know-how to every project. Whether it’s a bold new label or a full brand rollout, he’s the kind of designer who makes things happen — without the fluff.
Gian Nascimento
Web Developer
With over five years of experience in web development and Google Advertisement, Gian brings a strong mix of technical skill and creative problem-solving to every project. He has worked extensively across platforms like WordPress, Squarespace, Webflow, and Shopify — building flexible, user-focused websites tailored to each client’s needs.
Gian is passionate about automating, smart design, and making digital experiences intuitive and engaging. Always curious, he’s constantly exploring new tools and trends in the web world, recently diving deeper into performance optimisation and AI integrations.
Grace Kaspe
Digital Designer
Grace is a web developer with a sharp eye for detail and a love for clean, functional code. With a background in front-end development and a strong understanding of UX, Grace bridges the gap between design and functionality. She’s worked on websites for businesses of all sizes, helping bring brands to life online with speed, clarity, and a great user experience.
At Flametree, Grace focuses on building accessible and easy-to-manage websites.
Whether it's a bold new build or refining the details of an existing site, she brings consistency, calm, and a great user experience to every project.
Hugh Faulker
Graphic Designer
Hugh is a graphic designer with a strong sense of visual storytelling and a natural feel for layout, balance, and brand voice. Whether it's designing a logo, developing a visual identity, or creating assets for print and digital, he brings clarity and consistency to every piece of work.With a background in branding and marketing, Hugh understands how design fits into the bigger picture. He’s not just about making things look good — he’s focused on purpose-driven design that connects with the right audience and leaves a lasting impression. At Flametree, Hugh works across a wide range of projects, from brand rollouts to campaign collateral. He’s a thoughtful designer, a calm presence on the team, and someone who always brings a fresh perspective when it's needed most.
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