creative shell

03/09/2026

I’ve been caught out so many times when someone has asked, “Do you have a business card?”… and I haven’t had one on me! 🤦🏼‍♀️

Since rebranding Creative Shell, it was finally time to get my act together and design some fresh new cards.

People might think print is dead, but there’s still something special about handing someone a beautifully designed card they can hold onto. It feels more personal and makes it much easier for them to remember you and contact you later!

Having worked in the printing industry for eight years, I also know how much difference the right paper stock, finish and quality printing can make. A business card may be small, but it says a lot about your business.

Does your business need new cards? I can help with both the design and printing.

Send me a message to get started! 🐚

(Here is a bunch of cards I’ve designed over the years.)

21/08/2026

After leaving full-time employment, Shelley Kurtz turned her passion for creativity into a thriving business. With support from VERTO’s Self-Employment Assistance program, she built the confidence a

12/08/2026

❤️

Congratulations to creative shell for winning the People's Choice Award - Service!

Creative Shell is an award-winning graphic design, branding and photography studio based in Forster, dedicated to helping businesses stand out through creative, professional visual storytelling.

Founded by Shelley, the studio offers a complete suite of creative services including branding, logo design, websites, commercial photography and print design, making it a one-stop destination for businesses of all sizes.

Known for exceptional customer service and genuine relationships with clients, Creative Shell has built a reputation for delivering personalised, high-quality work that helps local businesses grow. Voted by the community, this People's Choice Service Award recognises the outstanding experience Creative Shell provides every day.

Coastline Bank MidCoast Business Awards 2026

A special thanks to ACM for sponsoring the People's Choice Award for Service.

11/08/2026

02/08/2026

🏆 MidCoast Business Awards

Woo hoo, winner of the People’s Choice Award for the second year in a row. This award means so much because it’s voted for by the people who choose to support my business.

Your support has helped turn a dream into a career I absolutely love.

A huge congratulations to all of the finalists. There are so many incredible businesses in our region doing amazing things, and it was an honour to stand alongside you all.

Here’s my acceptance speech.

Thank you for choosing me… again. 🏆✨

MidCoast Business Awards

07/07/2026

Website design completed for Steve at Mid Coast Cruise Transfers 🚐🌊

Steve’s previous website was ready for a refresh, so I created a clean, simple and responsive website that works smoothly across desktop, tablet and mobile.

Responsive design is so important, especially when so many people are searching, booking and making enquiries from their phones. The new site makes it easy for customers to find information, learn about the services and get in touch through a simple contact form.

Check it out here: https://www.midcoastcruisetransfers.com.au/

Are you after a small website refresh or a simple new site to help your business look more professional online? I’d love to help.

Get in touch to chat about a website design that works beautifully on every screen.

06/07/2026

🎉 WOO HOO!
I’m a finalist in the 2026 MidCoast Business Awards, in five categories!

It really is an honour to be recognised alongside so many amazing local businesses who are doing incredible things in our community.

Thank you to everyone who voted for me in the People’s Choice Award! The remaining categories are part of a formal application process, assessed by a panel of judges - very exciting.

Winners will be announced at the awards gala night on August 1st, I can’t wait to celebrate with everyone.

29/06/2026

A LITTLE HEADS UP FROM ME 🌊✨

I’ll be taking some time off over July and will be out of office from 13 July until 3 August.

I’ll be heading overseas to Japan, then coming home and jumping straight into another mountain bike race round, followed by the Business Awards - woo! So it’s going to be a very full and exciting few weeks.

Shelley x

22/06/2026

Logo design for local Seal Rocks photographer, Julie Therre 📷✨

When creating a logo, it's important to have multiple variations.
It creates a flexible identity that works across every space it needs to appear.

For Julie, I designed a range of logo formats including a stacked logo, horizontal logo, word mark, and logo mark. Each version has its own purpose, whether it’s being used on a website, social media profile, watermark, business card, signage or packaging.

Having multiple logo formats helps keep your branding consistent, professional and easy to use, no matter where your business shows up.

Loved creating this for Julie and her beautiful photography.

08/06/2026

I’m a finalist in the MidCoast Business People’s Choice Awards! 🥹✨

I feel so grateful to be included in the Top 50 alongside so many incredible local businesses.

Creative Shell has grown so much over the past year and it means the world to be recognised by the community I love working in.

Voting is now open, and I would be so grateful for your support.

You can only vote for one business, once, so if Creative Shell has helped you, inspired you, taught you, designed something for you, photographed something special, or simply made you smile along the way, I’d love your vote.

Vote here:
https://form.jotform.com/261563260783056

Thank you for supporting local, creative, small business.

Shell x

VOTING NOW OPEN!

After a huge response from the community, we had over 1500 responses for the People's Choice Award!

View our Top 50 finalists and cast your vote here:
https://form.jotform.com/261563260783056

Congratulations!

The MidCoast Business People's Choice Award celebrates outstanding local businesses that consistently go above and beyond to make a meaningful impact within the community.

This award recognises businesses that demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, collaboration, and community spirit while inspiring others through their passion, dedication, and commitment to strengthening the local business landscape.

Whether through outstanding customer service, community involvement, innovation, or a genuine commitment to making the MidCoast a better place, these businesses play an important role in helping our region thrive.

Love Taree Wingham Chamber of Commerce Gloucester Business Chamber Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Forster Tuncurry Business Chamber Harrington & Surrounds Business & Community Assoc.