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About the Designer: My quirks, my art, and everything in between.

Meet me, your friendly 
neighborhood graphic designer.

Now, are you ready to begin?

I specialize in brand identity, illustration, motion design, and social media content that helps businesses connect with their target audiences. As a Peruvian American, my art and design are always viewed through the lens of Latin culture. I strive to create work that is insightful, engaging, and vibrant. I work hard to ensure that every piece reflects the professionalism, care, and creativity my clients deserve.
 

As a designer, I wear many hats. First, the hat of a
friend—offering guidance and advice as you begin your design journey. Then, the hat of an artist—a creative partner who pushes beyond the ordinary to help your ideas stand out. Most importantly, I wear the hat of your designer, bringing all of these perspectives together to create a brand that is clean, modern, beautiful, and uniquely yours.

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That’s why my process is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and—most importantly—your insight. My goal is to create an environment where I can support your business objectives while crafting a compelling visual story that resonates with your audience.

My Design Journey

Milestones Along the Way

The Beginning

I grew up surrounded by artistic people, not only in traditional mediums, but also by eloquent storytellers and elaborate thinkers.

 

Though I moved to USA permanently at the age of nine, their influence never left.

High School

After a teacher motivated me to lean more into my art, I started submitting cartoons to my school's paper. 

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I started seriously considering art as a career choice and started working on perfecting my style.

College

Though I originally planned to study film, by my third year, I was immersed in design and with my potential in it.

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My hard work paid off and I was chosen as the sole designer of the theme for my class' senior show.

Beyond

Now, having been a designer for over five years, I strive to expand my knowledge through every project I get.

 

Now, I hope to find more opportunities where I can lean into my interests, such as children's stories and comics.

Work & Experience

Resources

Explore my creative projects and professional experience through a curated collection of resources that offers a closer look at my approach and expertise.

Publications

Portfolio

Resume

Outside the Studio

My interests, inspirations, and life beyond design.

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As a full-time graphic designer, I spend much of my time in the studio, refining my craft and bringing ideas to life. But my creativity doesn't end when I step away from my projects.

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I've always loved reading, particularly historical fiction, and that interest often finds its way into my illustrations. I enjoy reimagining moments from stories, interpreting characters through my own perspective, and exploring their personalities and expressions through drawing. It's a way for me to bring the worlds I read about into something visual and personal.

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Writing is another creative outlet I've grown especially fond of. While I'm constantly learning from the authors I admire, there's something incredibly rewarding about letting my imagination wander and seeing where an idea takes me. What begins as a simple thought can easily turn into hours of storytelling. In recent years, I've been working on a collection of short stories that I hope to share someday.

Let's get started on
something amazing.

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