Graphic Design Portfolio
While I am not a professional graphic designer, I have had the privilege to work on various projects, both academically and freelance. Below are a few examples of these projects! I often utilize Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom) and Canva.
Alterations Studio Branding
I had the opportunity to collaborate with Vanessa from VMartin Alterations Studio to create a cohesive and professional brand guide. Together, we selected logos, colors, and fonts that would accurately reflect the essence of her business. We aimed to create a design that not only captured the high-quality, personalized services she provides but also appealed to her target audience. The process involved exploring different color palettes that conveyed trust and professionalism, as well as choosing fonts that were both modern and easy to read. The final brand guide ensures consistency across all of Vanessa's marketing materials, allowing her business to maintain a strong, unified visual identity that resonates with clients.
Church Slides
At the beginning of the new year, Green Acres Baptist Church requested a cohesive and professional slide deck to be used for evergreen announcements. They wanted a template that could be easily updated with new content while maintaining a consistent, polished look across all communications. The goal was to create a versatile design that would work for a variety of announcements. I worked closely with the church team to choose a color scheme, typography, and layout that aligned with their existing branding while also ensuring that the design remained fresh, engaging, and easy to navigate. The result was a sleek, adaptable slide deck that helps the church communicate key information to the congregation in an effective and visually pleasing way.
Real Estate Post
I was tasked with creating a real estate post for Facebook and Instagram. I included high-quality photos of the property to showcase its features, while also incorporating the company’s brand colors for a cohesive look. The icons add a modern, polished touch to the design, helping to make the post stand out. The goal was to craft an engaging and visually appealing post that would attract potential buyers while staying true to the company’s branding.
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Church Signage
Living Hope Baptist Church approached me to design their road signage. They emphasized the importance of simplicity and legibility, asking for a design that would be easy to read from a distance, especially for drivers passing by. The church wanted the sign to clearly reflect their welcoming atmosphere while maintaining a clean, straightforward look. I worked closely with them to ensure the design aligned with their brand and mission, keeping the typography bold and easy to read, while also incorporating subtle elements of their identity. The final result was a functional and visually appealing road sign that effectively communicates their presence and message to the community.
Music Cover
For this project, the artist hired me to capture the photo and design the album cover. She requested a moodier edit, so I enhanced the dark contrasts in the image to make the song title stand out in the foreground. To further draw attention to the title, I intentionally added a slight blur to the image, creating a subtle depth that highlights the text. The overall effect is a visually striking design that complements the vibe of the music.
Sermon Series
Green Acres Baptist Church launched a new series titled "The Book of Luke" and wanted a design that would capture attention while maintaining a cohesive look throughout the series. To achieve this, I selected a stock photo of a man writing on parchment and edited it to create a moody, atmospheric effect that reflected the depth and reverence of the series. Afterward, I carefully chose fonts that complemented the tone of the imagery, ensuring they fit the overall aesthetic and theme.
E-Book
For one of my graduate courses, I was tasked with creating a guidebook. The focus is on developing integrated media campaigns specifically for local churches. I researched various strategies and platforms to create a comprehensive guide that would help churches effectively engage with their communities through multiple media channels.
