At our creative agency, we believe in the unexpected—because sometimes, creativity takes you down the most unusual paths. Let me share one of those surprising stories that perfectly captures the magic of what we do.
A few years ago, while working on a university project about heraldry, I had a simple yet bold idea: “Why not design a coat of arms that’s actually used?” I chose to create one for Dolno Belevo, the village where my father was born. After weeks of researching its history, symbols, and cultural identity, I crafted a coat of arms that truly represented the village’s heritage.
As fate would have it, the timing couldn’t have been better. My project coincided with Dolno Belevo’s 550th anniversary. The village mayor decided to unveil the coat of arms during their celebratory festival. What started as a university assignment quickly became a significant part of the village’s history.
But the story doesn’t end there.
That evening, while I was traveling from Germany to Bulgaria, I received a call from the village:
Person: You have a dog.
Me: Yeah, I know. (I already had one.)
Person: No, this is another dog—a gift from the village. Here, we give what we have. And we have dogs.
To my surprise, when I returned to Bulgaria, I was greeted by Barksy, a lively orange Breton Spaniel puppy. The village had gifted him to me as a token of gratitude for the work we did in creating their new coat of arms.
At our agency, we don’t just create logos or designs—we create connections, stories, and sometimes, lifelong friendships (even with furry companions). This story is a beautiful reminder that great design doesn’t just live on screens or paper; it becomes part of people’s lives.
So, while we can’t guarantee every project will end with a puppy, we can promise that the results will always be meaningful and sometimes, wonderfully unexpected.
Have you ever been paid in something more valuable than just money?
