For these pieces, I created a balanced composition with the centering of the cupcake and positioning of the flag, as well as the use of multiple shades of blue on the cupcake wrapper to create sense depth and dimension. Additionally, I feel the red and white swirls to create the icing atop the cupcake creates a nice sense of rhythm and movement.
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This is one of my favorite projects from my time in school, and I spent a lot of time brainstorming on it, and I think this is evident in my finished work. The goal was to create two magazine covers serving two different demographics and my immediate thought was of all the wedding magazines I see in stores, so that led me to my first demographic choice of people planning weddings. My work on this project shows advanced working knowledge of graphic design software. The two magazine covers were created using Adobe InDesign. The file was then exported as a PDF for printing purposes. For a contrasting demographic I chose people who read true crime.
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This wedding invitation package includes the wedding invitation and RSVP postcard and was made for sale on Etsy. My work on this project shows advanced working knowledge of graphic design software. The invitation and RSVP card were created using Adobe Photoshop.
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For this website, attention was given to contrast, balance, whitespace, and hierarchy. Hierarchy is evidenced by the Java Been logo appearing prominently at the top of each page, as well as the use of appropriate headings. With this design I took a minimalist approach, making ample use of white space so as not to overcrowd the pages. Additionally, this website speaks to my advanced working knowledge of graphic design software as I wrote every line of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript using Adobe Dreamweaver.
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This package includes menu, tri-fold takeout menu, and table tent. For this project, I unified the design by incorporating the colors of the logo and consistent font throughout. Additionally, I used blocks of solid color to maintain readability keeping the composition engaging with background imagery suitable to the brand identity. This package demonstrates advanced working knowledge of graphic design software as it was created using InDesign which is the industry standard for creating pieces of this nature. To ensure quality, I made use of grids, guides, and printed drafts to ensure information was not caught in folds or running off the page.
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This piece shows advanced working knowledge of multi-layer, multi-frame imagery, and was created as a web companion piece for the Amethyst Bay magazine ad which is also viewable on this page.
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The elements of this design are clearly in line with the subject matter, such as the colors suggesting the name of the resort. For this design, I employed rhythm through the repetition of oval images in both designs, which was enhanced by the placement of the two chairs in the magazine ad. I used proper spacing, crisp images and readable text. Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign were necessary for the creation of this piece.
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This project was created using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator applications. . In order to create this image a photo had to be converted to black and white in Photoshop, making adjustments as necessary for appropriate contrast. Next, an image trace had to be performed in Illustrator which was used as a guide to create the shapes that make up Jack Johnson’s face and hair. Finally, the envelope distort tool was used to create the shape of his eyebrows and various grayscale tones were used to create depth and shadows.
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This piece, a collaborative effort by my fiancé and myself, is a 3D model of an atom. It is one of my favorite pieces. This piece exists because I am humanistic atheist who celebrates Christmas I wanted a tree-topper that reflected my beliefs which are centered in science and nature. An atom seemed the perfect way to embody science and nature because atoms make up everything! This tree topper is currently sold in our Etsy store. Each tree topper is built by hand with attention to detail, ensuring that the paths and electron(s) are placed precisely and appropriately. We also offer a variety of colors for the electrons and offer customization in the number of electrons.
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For this piece, the layout was created with a whole-food plant-based magazine in mind. I employed the use of color and contrast in the background image with the use of brightly covered fruits lined across the bottom of a light-colored cutting board. Unity is evident across the design owing to the background image.
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