“Design is not just what it looks like or what it feels like. Design is how it works.”
Steve Jobs
As I initiate my layout projects, I begin by organizing my initial thoughts, sketches, and ideas to understand what I aim to present. My poster designs are a reflection of my illustrative style as they further my clean, minimalistic designs. My book cover graphics strive to interpret and emphasize the story’s themes and ideas.
The Book Thief.
I created a typographic cover for The Book Thief by Mark Zusak. While creating the design, I played into one of themes of the book that explored the power that words have as they can spark significant ideas. I chose to illustrate how the story explores the intention to censor information by burning certain books.
NYC Met Gala.
I created an invitation for a black-tie fundraising gala at the American Museum of Natural History. The goal of the fundraiser was to bring awareness of climate change, sustain biodiversity and help raise funds for farmers and forest communities. My goal for the invitation was to create a design that’s minimalistic and vibrant while incorporating the colors and designs of rainforests.
Art Department Posters.
The advertisements were created for the Bucks County Community College Arts Department. The information was presented in two formats - Grunge (above) and Bauhaus (below).
PNC Advertisements.
The advertisements began with an idea to present information with a minimalistic look. While creating the look, I chose to focus on reinforcing the bank logo colors and simple fonts.
