our story

We started in uncertainty.
We built with conviction

The Sour Studio was founded in 2021, during one of the most uncertain periods in recent history. While the world was slowing down and people were warning us that starting a business was “too risky,” we chose to create something anyway.

That decision shaped who we are.

We built this agency on instinct, resilience and the belief that creativity should never play it safe. Years later, The Sour Studio is growing, evolving and working with brands that want more than ordinary creative services.

The internet is crowded with content, but not all content deserves attention. We believe audiences should be exposed to beautiful, thoughtful and well-crafted work – not just because it looks good, but because it shapes taste, perception and critical thinking.

When people consistently consume great design, strong storytelling and quality brands, they learn to recognize the difference between what is merely loud and what is genuinely valuable.

That’s the standard we hold ourselves to.

Why “SOUR”?

We give our real opinion, and we expect the same in return. We value direct communication, creative criticism, and the kind of feedback that leads to better work — not flatter egos.

“Sour” doesn’t always mean negative.

It means sharp, critical, selective. The best creatives question everything: the idea, the execution, the trend and themselves.

That mindset is what pushes our work beyond average.

We care about details, consistency and building brands that people actually remember. Whether we’re creating content, redesigning identities, planning campaigns, or developing strategy, our goal is always the same: make it meaningful, make it beautiful and make it impossible to ignore.

We are not here to produce content for the sake of content. We’re here to build brands with presence, personality and standards.

Meet our team

Our founders

We bridge creativity and strategy - because strong brands need both
Marina Jeleva Saglam

Creative Director

Elena Todorova

Marketing director

Some brands stay sweet. The best ones go sour:

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Aery crafts bold ideas for your brand, blending vision, design, and skill to help your story stand out in every way.

Begin by sending us a message or calling. We’ll set up a call to learn about your vision and share how we create impact.

Absolutely, our team connects online with clients everywhere, ensuring you can collaborate with us from any location.

We help artists, startups, and brands in many areas, always shaping our approach to fit each creative client’s needs.

We thrive on new ideas! Our team is passionate about guiding startups, building bold brands from vision to launch.