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Charles Stemen Studio — CS Studio — crafts loud-and-clear visual solutions for passionate brands, spanning branding, illustration, web design, and photography. Work that earns attention in Forbes, Outside, Ski Magazine, and Big Sky Journal.
CS Studio has built brands and visual identities for technology startups, large resorts including Winter Park, Big Sky, and Yellowstone Club, and beloved outdoor brands like Fat Tire, Flylow, and Rome Snowboards. Their photography and design work has landed clients on the pages of Freeskier, Forbes, Outside, Denver Life, and more.
CS approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.
Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.
The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.
If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.
Available for outdoor, hospitality, and lifestyle brands looking for a brand identity and creative studio with real culture and craft at the core.
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I’ve worked with Charlie for over 7 years. In that time, he designed our website, product graphics, apparel, accessories, and served as our lead photographer. He edited multiple full-length ski films, developed our logo, and led a full rebrand. Charlie is not just a skilled designer—he’s a visionary creative director who helped shape our brand identity and support the growth of our business.
I’ve worked with Charlie for over 7 years. In that time, he designed our website, product graphics, apparel, accessories, and served as our lead photographer. He edited multiple full-length ski films, developed our logo, and led a full rebrand. Charlie is not just a skilled designer—he’s a visionary creative director who helped shape our brand identity and support the growth of our business.
Your imagery can make or break you as a brand. When we work with Charles, we know we will walk away with brand-building, differentiated assets that will make an impact in our marketing. His professionalism, ability to work with models, & run a shoot independently are only matched by his creativity! It’s hard to find trusted creative partners, and we have one in Charles.
Charles was amazing to work with! We love everything he does for us. He takes direction very well and then puts his own spin on it. He gave us a lot of great, honest feedback through the process. We will definitely be working with Charles again!
