This digitized hand lettering was created to celebrate a friends wedding in Austin, Texas. These letters designed to be one part Texas, one part refined, and one part fun. 

​Book designed while traveling in Prague. The book combines excerpts from historic Czech authors, personal photographs, and journal writings in a way that connects Prague’s past to my experiences in the modern city.

Photographs and Czech writing are printing on pocket fold pages. Personal journal writings can be read by unfolding pages at the beginning of short stories.

Inspired by my affinity for optimism, this series of hand drawn and digitized lettering illustrates one of my most commonly used phrases.

After over 20 years of success, this corporate catering company sought a new identity to better present them as a fresh, modern company with masterful presentation skills. This branding solution presents a clean, contemporary mark, paired with rich photos of raw ingredients. This combination not only gives the brand a refreshing and healthy image, but it also allows for visual flexibility moving forward. Supporting materials designed for this update include: seasonal menu, special event menus, monthly e-blasts, and a corporate stationary suite.

The heavy use of photography throughout all supporting materials allows the beauty and freshness of the ingredients to shine through while still clearly identifying the brand. White space and airy layouts reinforce the light, contemporary feel of the brand.

Fundraising booklet designed for a Chicago-based non-profit, ‘Project HOOD’. The organization is raising funds to build a community center in the south side of Chicago, where gun violence continues to claim lives throughout the neighborhood. The 86 page booklet was designed to share the goals of the organization with the surrounding community and to solicit donations from potential patrons. 

Designed in collaboration with a creative team from Perkins + Will.
For more information about the organization, visit www.projecthood.org.

Digitized hand lettering, created as a gift for a talented writer friend. 

The initial concept of tourists as pears came from one of my favorite books, A Walk in the Woods, by Bill Bryson. After moving to Cuenca, Ecudaor, I couldn't help but notice the many "pears" walking around the city. These out-of-shape visitors were my muses for these comical illustrations.

Presented here are a sampling of sketches and digitized hand-drawn letters. Each of these were created to log ideas, express excitement, and keep my creative juices flowing.

​Temporary signage designed to increase visibility of a contemporary housewares store located on the large, industrial MASS MoCA campus.

Created under the creative direction of MASS MoCA

Functional wall decoration designed to add a modern feel to a space. The calendar is made of twelve sets of two discs; each set of discs represents one month of the year. The orange side of the set is used to distinguish the current month from the other eleven, which are represented by the white side. Discs can be arranged in any formation in order to add a modern feel to a space.

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Back disc displaying dates spins freely. Tension can be adjusted with surrounding nuts. Front disc displaying  the month is held stationary with nut and disc cap.

To change the current month, remove the set of discs from the wall and flip over. To change the current date, spin the back disc to reveal a new number.

Packaging can easily change to show the product in different colors by printing a different white sticker tab to wrap around the box. Instruction booklet includes diagrams, installation instructions, and disc formation ideas for the user.

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This marketing campaign was designed to advertise a lighting sale taking place at a contemporary furniture and housewares store. The campaign incorporates the sale logo (above) in several supporting pieces, including: catalog wraps, in-store banners, price tags, as well as print, web, and environmental ads.

This window display was created from vinyl and light bulbs.The vinyl decals were applied to the windows while bare light bulbs hung from a cord six inches behind the window inside the store. The display was designed to be easily adaptable to fit various sized windows and storefronts and were installed according to standards, ensuring consistency at all locations.

Poster designed as part of a poster competition fundraising event. All proceeds from the event went towards rebuilding Joplin, Missouri after it was devastated by a tornado in May, 2011. 

Poster competition winner
Featured in “365” book published by AIGA Chicago, 2012
Designed in collaboration with Paige Gregory

Typographic wedding invitations designed for a modern, witty couple who loves words.

Packaging design for a series of all-natural aromatherapy sprays.The soothing qualities of the spray are represented in the packaging through the harmonious color combinations, quiet typography, and use of hindu elements.

​Logos designed for local start-ups, non-profit organizations, real-estate properties, and personal use.