My Philosophy
Mission & Goals
I believe that the beauty of design lies in its ability to adapt, to learn from the past, and to innovate for the future. By embracing both the familiar and the unknown, I aim to craft designs that not only meet the brief, but inspire the next one; all while resonating on a deeper, more personal level. I design for impact.
Whether it’s connecting with the consumer through compelling brand storytelling, sparking inspiration within fellow creatives, or aiding professionals from industries like tech, agriculture, or healthcare in effectively communicating their ideas. The power of design is its ability to transcend its medium and speak to the unique needs of diverse audiences, creating experiences that affirm human-values, are impactful, and spur action.
EDUCATION
2016 - 2020
Vernon Hills High School | Vernon Hills, IL
2020 - 2024
Drake University | Des Moines, IA
College of Arts & Sciences
Zimpleman College of Science & Business Administration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Minor in Marketing
Minor in Art History
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
2019
Sunbathing | First Place Blue Ribbon Award
Midwest Photography Exhibition | Volo Bog State Natural Area, Volo, IL
2019
Untitled | Digital Photography
Highland Park Art Center | Northern Suburban District Student Art Show
2021
False Cravings | 50th Annual Student Juried Exhibition
Anderson Gallery | Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2022
Afraid of Modern | Second Prize
51st Annual Student Juried Exhibition | Anderson Gallery | Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2024
Detached | March 24th - April 14th
53rd Annual Student Juried Exhibition | Anderson Gallery | Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2024
Orbital | 1st Place - Best in Show
53rd Annual Student Juried Exhibition | Anderson Gallery | Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2024
My Brain Feels Like Bubblegum | March 24th - April 14th
53rd Annual Student Juried Exhibition | Anderson Gallery | Drake University, Des Moines, IA
2024
Textures of Life | September 1st - December 14th
Solo Fine Art Studio Exhibit | St. John’s Lutheran Church | Des Moines, IA
AWARDS AND HONORS
2018
Zenith | Mickey Finns | Silent Art Auction
2019
Sunbathing | Volo Bog | First Place Blue Ribbon Award
2020
Milton Glaser Graphic Design Award
2021
Most Outstanding Leadership Award | Donald V. Adams Leadership Institute
2022
Drake Relays 2022 | Lead Graphic Designer
2022
Afraid of Modern | Second Prize | 51st Annual Student Juried Exhibition
2023
Pinnacle Award | Best Entertainment Magazine Spread
Drake Magazine | College Media Association | Pacemaker Finalist
2024
Orbital | 1st Place - Best in Show | 53rd Annual Student Juried Exhibition
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESS
2023
ART FOR ALL
Words by Colson Thayer | Designed by Patrick Lucas
Drake Magazine | College Media Association - Pinnacle Award
2023
Bookstores With A Purpose
Words by Colson Thayer | Designed by Patrick Lucas
Drake Magazine | Pacemaker Finalist
2023
Married Musicians
Words by Sarah Jamil | Designed by Patrick Lucas
Drake Magazine | Pacemaker Finalist
2022
Sean Downey Exhibition | Video Recorded Artist Lecture Series
Anderson Gallery | Drake University
2024
“Drake Students Design Dogtown Light Show”
Article in The Times Delphic | Drake University Newspaper
Written by Norah Judson
PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATIONS
2019
Album Cover | "The Grnbrier Album" - Grnbrier
2020
Single Cover | "i see" - love seat
2020
Single Cover | "Reborn" - Izzihot | production - ayedagz
2021
Project Cover | "Sending Blessings" - N.C Palma | Palma Media Group®
2022
Drake Relays 2022 | Lead Graphic Designer
Student Activities Board | Drake University
2024
Dogtown Lights Project | Des Moines, IA
InvestDSM | Wells Fargo | OO Group
2023
Logo & Brand Identity Creation | Des Moines, IA
Consumer Mental Well-Being | Marketing Research Organization/Group
2024
Logo Creation | Northbrook, IL
Dovetail Wealth Partners | Avista Wealth Management LLC | Glenn Farkas
2023 / 2024
Map Illustration | Chicago, IL
Schreiber Branning Weiss | North Shore Chicago Real Estate
2024
Setup, Photography, and Videography
16 Pianos in Surround Sound by Nathan Felix | Des Moines, IA
Anderson Gallery | Drake University
2024
Acts of Projection | Magic Lantern Shows & The U.S. Civil War
Des Moines, IA | Artifact Research, Thematic Text Development & Design, Exhibit Layout
Curatorial Art History Capstone Exhibition | Anderson Gallery | Drake University
2025
Chromo-Lithographic Preparator, Assistant Curator
Race Making: American Advertising Trade Cards and Chinese Identity | Des Moines, IA
Chinese American Museum of Chicago | Chinatown, Chicago, IL