Adven Kristian's Work | ContraWork by Adven KristianAdven Kristian
Sports Brand Builder ā crafting identities that compete.
Slick, modern, bold, and edgy design is the most favorite work for me.
WHAT'S YOURS?! š Throwback: Ninth Wave ā where it all started.
Back in 2020, early in my journey as a freelance logo designer, I got the chance to build the identity for Ninth Wave ā a surf-inspired skincare brand rooted in ocean minimalism.
The brief was simple but demanding: capture the feeling of salt water and sun-worn skin, without losing a premium, clean aesthetic. The result was a mark built from two overlapping waveforms ā literally forming the "N" and "W."
The color palette (soft ocean blue + deep matte black) was chosen to feel both coastal and elevated ā because "surf brand" doesn't have to mean loud or busy. Sometimes restraint is the aesthetic.
Looking back, Ninth Wave was one of the projects that shaped how I approach brand identity today ā building marks that don't just look good, but feel like the world they belong to.
Made for sun, salt & skin. šāāļø I'm Adven, a brand identity designer with 5+ years crafting logos and visual systems for surf, skate, and extreme sports labels.
I don't just design logos ā I build brand worlds that feel as bold and fearless as the sports they represent. From skate decks to surf apparel, every identity I create is built to move, compete, and stand out.
On another platform, I have accomplished:
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400+ projects delivered
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4.9-rated across client work
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Specialized in athletic, streetwear & outdoor branding
If your brand needs an identity with edge ā let's build it together. š„ They are an online clothing company targeted at fishing enthusiasts. The website will also sell some select tackle items but clothing is the primary focus. The brand logo should have a really cool feel and be almost surf or skateboard style. The industry is recreational fishing and can crossover from fresh and saltwater fishing.