Reviving the Family Table: A Branding Project for Pasta Amore
In this project spotlight, I share the full branding system I designed for Pasta Amore, a fictional Italian restaurant in St. Louis. From a rustic table tent to a family-friendly menu and a persuasive brochure, this project showcases how cohesive design, storytelling, and strategy can elevate a casual dining experience. Created using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, the work reflects thoughtful layout, targeted messaging, and real-world branding solutions for the food and hospitality industry.
Reinventing the Woman: How Design Tells the Story of Evolving Womanhood
Design doesn’t just reflect history—it helps shape it. In this exhibition-based project, I explore how the evolving perception of womanhood is deeply intertwined with the evolution of design. From dress reform and Art Deco glamour to contemporary feminist photography, Reinventing the Woman highlights the visual language that has both portrayed and propelled the changing roles of women across time. This was one of my favorite projects to work on—an intersection of research, storytelling, and design that continues to inspire the way I create.
Designing a Scroll-Stopping Visual for the HVAC Industry
In this post, I’m sharing the process behind a social media graphic I designed for a local HVAC company. It’s a small project with a big goal—to grab attention, stay on brand, and raise awareness about something we don’t often think about: the air we breathe.
A Tribute to the City that Helped me Redefine Myself
Inspired by my love for St. Louis, I created a minimalist skyline design that explores contrast, mood, and the power of simplicity in visual storytelling.