This book compiles a series of projects completed during my second year of study at Emily Carr University of Art and Design.

My work is often inspired by elements in nature because of a past dream of working in ecology and zoology. These subjects combined with a passion for handmade craft simplicity and lighthearted-ness has always managed to find a way into my work. I try to explore how the way design in nature can influence the way we build and create in our culture.

Hybrid Spirit MaskDimensions: 24” x 32”Media: Bristol board, wood veneer detailsDescription: This is a functional mask inspired by characteristics of predator fish, reptiles and birds. Both beautiful and intimating at the same time. Features a LED lure.

Dimensions: 8” x 8” eachMedia: Adobe Photoshop CollageDescription: Series of digitally collaged posters depicting exotic animals moving back into urban spaces.The Wild

Wrap Don’t CrapDimensions: 18” x 22” Media: Adobe IllustratorDescription: Poster design telling the hidden story of an everyday product with an ecologocial context. This poster details the hidden lifecycle of chewing gum.

Dimensions: Device 4.5” x 6”, Screen 3.65” x 5.25”Media: Adobe Illustrator, clay, fimo Description: Interface design for the elderly. This is a GPS mapping/tracking device. Large buttons, combination of colour, type and symbols make it easier for the elderly to navigate. Promotes physical activity and outdoor adventures.

Sunshine Buddy

Dimensions: 7” x 10”Media: Bristol board, felt, veneer, letterpressDescription: Lamp and night light for autistic children. Fully adjustable and collapsable allowing easy control of the amount of light flooding the room. Textures provides stimulation & colour. Armadillo Lamp

Dimensions: Closed 3” cube, Open 9” flatMedia: Wood veneer, chipboard, photographsDescription: A mini portfolio with 12 photos of various design projects. Kit contains: 3 buttons, set of thank you cards, 2 business cards, a mini resume. Originals only.

Mini Press Kit

Dimensions: 10” x 16”Media: Adobe Illustrator, digital printoutDescription: Educational poster on littered plastics our oceans. In correspondence with the Vancouver Aquarium’s annual shoreline clean up. Fictional logo.

Drowning in Plastic

Dimensions: 3.5” x 4”Media: Adobe Illustrator, digital print, bristol boardDescription: Packaging design and branding for a series of teas. Each package is designed to be a paper toy and collectible. Name of tea & colours tie into story of each tea and individual character. Charming and lighthearted. Whoot = sounds like hoot and and expression of joy.

Whoot Tea