# Tom McLaughlan

- **Website:** <https://ministract.com>
- **Primary alias:** `ministract.com`

## Description

Ministract, founded by Tom McLaughlan, is an innovative brand that embraces the realms of minimalism and abstraction in photography. Nestled in the picturesque hamlet of Kirkhouse, North Cumbria, the brand captures the essence of its environment, often reflecting the intricate beauty found in overlooked details and the interplay of color and shadow. Tom's work oscillates between vivid representation of architectural structures and evocative, dreamlike imagery that he describes as "blurry schmocus," allowing the viewer to interpret emotions and stories hidden within each frame.

Ministract is not just about stunning visuals; it engages with the viewer through a conversational blog that discusses the creative process behind the art, including the story of its distinctive logo designed by John Spencer. With a commitment to inspiring the imagination, Tom encourages a deeper appreciation of both the seen and unseen in our surroundings. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or simply seeking inspiration, Ministract invites you to explore a world where art reflects both personal perception and universal beauty.

## Industries

- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment
- 🎸 Hobbies and Leisure
- 🎸 Photography _(under Hobbies and Leisure)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- 🖥 Computers Electronics and Technology

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/ministract)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/tom.mclaughlan1)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/ministract)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idN9ivtfKV/w/423/h/424/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778983562853)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idN9ivtfKV/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778983562936)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Americano | #827870 | accent |
| Dallas | #6f4d20 | dark |
| Swirl | #d2cec4 | light |

## Fonts

- acumin-pro — asset _(custom)_
- var(--meta-font-font-family) — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idN9ivtfKV/w/1500/h/500/idakSYTXJ9.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778983563070)

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