We are a group of graphic designers and motionographers undeniably obsessed with making beauty that stands apart from the crowd while delivering well-crafted messaging. A core belief that everything must have a purpose drives us, and if its purpose is merely looking pretty, then we simply have no time for it.

Research, concept, and craft are why visual communication matters to even the most unsophisticated audience. While the audience may not consciously recognize all the underlying material and effort in our projects, they engage and remember, acknowledging they witnessed something special. After all, a purposeful and intentional craft is required to avoid simply adding to visual noise in an already noisy world.

We dig deep to pull the essence of the communication you are trying to achieve. The relevant landscape is studied to find ways to make your voice relevant and heard. Our team draws out the under-emphasized and visually reinforces relevant vital points.

Specifically, we are an obsessive group of storytellers weaving beautiful tales for every modern medium.

This story starts in a tiny spare bedroom on Capitol Hill in Seattle, Washington, back in 1995. Bobby and Sevrin crowded together in that little room (shared with more Star Wars figurines than should be mentioned to maintain some semblance of dignity), designing posters and stickers and animating together in the nascent stages of motionography.

Design became an extension of self and a means for expression, whether developing new techniques or puzzling out methods to apply print design theory in this new medium. Ideas bounce between them constantly, whether on long-distance motorcycle trips together or brainstorming directly over a specific project.

What started as a friendship centered around design exploration has continued and evolved and extended through their lives into a deep brotherhood. Each brings their unique talents to the table while recognizing the need for others to make ideas stronger. It’s this foundational truth that has formed the design process at TNB. There are no individuals, no one is an island, and everyone has something to offer. Yes, even the client.

To this day, Bobby and Sevrin find themselves obsessing over design and motion in their ongoing discussions and debate that started over 20 years ago in a tiny spare bedroom.

All this and we’re veteran-owned!

We’re Certifiable!!

We are NaVOBA and NVBDC certified as an official Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB). We are also members of Veterans in Media & Entertainment. What does this mean to you? It may be nothing more than a little feel-good cherry on top of the amazing work and experience you had while partnering with us. It may be that your company or organization specifically looks for opportunities to work with Veteran-Owned and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses. Either way, we have you covered! Click the links below to download a printable copies of our certifications.

NVBDC Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business certification

NaVOBA Veteran Owned Business certification

Storytime!

Once upon a time, Sevrin, Bobby, and Chuck joined the US Navy and set out on their Grand Adventures.

Life on a flight deck

Bobby served as part of the ships’ company on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and worked in several capacities during his tour. Including time in the galley serving 6000 crew members their three meals a day and, afterward, a stint in deck division where he became the only airedale Helms qualified on a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in the Atlantic Fleet. His actual job was directing airplanes to the catapults and from the wires once they landed. If you have ever worked with him, this will unquestionably explain where he developed the hand-waving skills employed indiscriminately today, regardless of whether directing or simply casual conversation.

Lifelong skills

Sevrin is also a skilled hand-waver as a trained signalman stationed on a Knox Class Fast Frigate based in San Diego. This grizzled ol’ Sea Dog has circumnavigated the globe, earned his Shellback, and navigated both the Suez and Panama Canals while waving flags and flashing lights in the general direction of anyone who could understand Morse Code or Semaphore. His experience subsequently left him with an arcane ability: he can actually read all of your clothing with those nautical flags on the front.

Action hero

Chuck’s story didn’t involve hand-waving so much as wrenching on and testing jet engines onboard America’s flagship, the USS Constellation. Twice, the brass just up and increased his rank for pure badassery. Specifically, the guy was Sailor of the Year, won his Air Warfare certification, and was qualified as CPR instructor, Life Guard, and EMT “A.” On top of which, he earned his Shellback the hard way (although I’ve never heard of an easy way). He also stands apart as one of the few sailors without tattoos and has a markedly minimal knowledge of knots. However, most are limited to tying on fishing lures.