TAKE A REST

TAKE A REST

Blending classic and modern visuals to construct strong, timeless brands.

PROJECTS

FOUR WALLS

The bar was running out of classics, so we made a new one.

  • Creative Direction

  • Brand Identity

  • Logo Design

  • Package Design

  • Illustration

HIGH NOTES

A high-minded cannabis brand with a flexible shape-based design system.

  • Brand Strategy

  • Creative Direction

  • Brand Identity

  • Logo Design

  • Package Design

  • Illustration

  • Messaging

  • Copywriting

FORTLAND

Branding Southern Maine’s most unique island camping experience.

  • Brand Strategy

  • Creative Direction

  • Brand Identity

  • Logo Design

  • Illustration

  • Messaging

  • Copywriting

L.L. BEAN

Bringing the joy of the outdoors with one of America’s oldest outfitters.

  • Art Direction

  • Illustration

  • Logo Design

  • Apparel

DANNY’S PLACE

Building a better future by giving young people the tools and resources to grow and thrive.

  • Brand Strategy

  • Creative Direction

  • Brand Identity

  • Logo Design

  • Illustration

  • Messaging

  • Copywriting

OBJECTS & MARKS

SLOW GRADE - 2022

MALE & FEMALE TABLET - 2023

UNUSED CONCEPT - 2021

FAR OUT CART - 2023

TRUE ST. COFFEE - 2020

L.L. BEAN TOTE - 2019

KIAMICHI WHISKEY - 2021

DEUS EX MACHINA - 2020

REST STOP SHOP HAT - 2023

ABOUT

Rest Stop is a branding, art, and design studio in Freeport, Maine, founded by James Sobol. Through typography, iconography, and research, our work blends both classic and modern visuals in constructing strong, timeless brands.

With a strong focus on graphic identities and art direction, we’re able to create a wide range of executions for new and established brands.

Always built with integrity and a strategic foundation, our holistic approach to design results in memorable and impactful brands across multiple industries.

SERVICES

  • Identity

    Logo 

    Print

    Packaging

    Illustration

    Signage

    Wayfinding

    Interior

    Creative Campaigns

    Web

  • Strategy

    Naming

    Positioning

    Messaging

    Copywriting

  • Research

    Design

    Sourcing

    Apparel

    Manufacturing

TESTIMONIALS

Rest Stop was an absolute delight to work with. After our first working session, we felt confident that they deeply understood our brand, but in addition, their consulting process actually helped us understand our brand better. And after our first round of identity work, we were speechless. We couldn’t have imagined our mission, ethos, and culture being captured so aptly. Just amazing. I have worked with many design studios in the past, I would (and do) hire them again in a heartbeat.

Stefan Skarks, Owner

Fortland

James is an incredibly creative individual and a pleasure to work with. He has the ability to come up with fresh ideas and new perspectives, all while staying organized and focused on the task at hand. We love the design work he did for High Notes! Rest Stop has been a great collaborator and they are always willing to go the extra mile to make any project successful.

Joe Cheskin, CMO

High Notes

I was lucky enough to have Rest Stop put their stamp on a full rebrand for my woodworking company. From our first meeting on, I knew they “got” the vibe I was hoping for and executed beyond my expectations. Their professionalism, promptness, and attention to detail made for a great customer experience. Not only do I love the rebrand, but I feel it gave my brand something that separates it from the pack. 12/10 recommend!

Cam Dyment, Owner

Mill Road Millworks