Graphic Design & Illustration
Graphic design and illustration go far beyond creating aesthetically pleasing logos and layouts; they are powerful tools for communication and protest. These visual arts allow artists and designers to convey complex messages quickly and impactfully, reaching a wide audience with striking imagery and bold typography.
By blending artistic skill with strategic messaging, these forms of visual communication can be transformative, pushing boundaries and making statements that words alone sometimes cannot.
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Howl & Harbor is a queer owned brand dedicated to social change by telling stories to help bring about empathy and to open people’s minds.
This project was for an Instagram post as a way to explain intersectionality. The viewer was meant to swipe left, in order to see the full picture.
A t-shirt design that was created as part of a community fundraiser for a local non-profit and to be worn as an act of protest.
In a world that often profits from self-doubt and comparison, choosing to embrace and celebrate your own unique qualities, strengths, and imperfections is a bold rebellion against societal norms. Self-love challenges the status quo by asserting that worth isn't tied to external validation but is an intrinsic truth. It empowers individuals to break free from limiting beliefs and to foster resilience against mental and emotional hardship.
Embracing a spectrum of expressions and traits, trans men can define their manhood on their own terms. This freedom to be oneself without conforming to rigid gender norms is crucial for authenticity and self-acceptance. Celebrating diversity within their expressions allows trans men to live more fully and truthfully, reinforcing the idea that being a man is a unique and personal experience, not a one-size-fits-all model.
This design was created as part of a larger art project for a local Oakland art show for First Fridays.
“We mothers stand still, so our daughters and can look back and see how far they’ve come.”
- Rhea Perlman [Barbie]
This design was created as part of a Mother’s Day event. The intention was to create visibility for mom’s with transgender daughters. The “Girl Gang” is meant to display the rawness of a community of women, from all different backgrounds and experiences.
Marsha P. Johnson was a pioneering figure in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, renowned for her fearless activism and vibrant personality. A Black transgender woman, Johnson played a significant role in the Stonewall riots of 1969, an event widely regarded as a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Johnson's legacy is marked by her advocacy for equality, her resilience in the face of adversity, and her enduring message of love and acceptance. Her life and work continue to inspire activists and advocates around the world.
This piece was done as an introduction to vector drawing with Adobe Illustrator.