MOnthly challenge

MOnthly challenge

MOnthly challenge

MOnthly challenge

The purpose of our monthly challenge is to enhance your abilities in the fields of design, branding, and motion graphics. The premise entails you choosing one exercise each month (or more or less) and working on it. Some of the challenges have available assets that you can download and use.

More challenges will be uploaded every month!

I will be available to assist you throughout this journey and provide feedback, helping you to finish a good portfolio piece. Come visit me during office hours or email me!

Cantina La Sirena Brand Pack

Cantina La Sirena Brand Pack

Cantina La Sirena Brand Pack

Project Goal:

Design a branding package, including Menu design and other elements for Cantina La Sirena. Cantina La Sirena is a modern Mexican restaurant that combines traditional Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. The restaurant celebrates authentic Mexican cuisine while embracing a vibrant, urban vibe. The branding should be colorful, bold, and reflect the warmth and charm of an old hacienda, reimagined in a stylish urban setting.

Raven Flux Vinyl Album Cover

Raven Flux Vinyl Album Cover

Raven Flux Vinyl Album Cover

Project Goal:

Design a vinyl record and cover that visually encapsulates the fusion of punk rock and psychedelic themes in Raven Flux’s music. The design should evoke both the rebellious, high-energy feel of punk and the mind-expanding, surreal atmosphere of psychedelia. The album cover should serve as an immersive introduction to the world of Raven Flux, offering fans a glimpse into the artist’s bold, unique vision.

Postage Stamps Set - Photo Illustration

Project Goal:

Design a vinyl record and cover that visually encapsulates the fusion of punk rock and psychedelic themes in Raven Flux’s music. The design should evoke both the rebellious, high-energy feel of punk and the mind-expanding, surreal atmosphere of psychedelia. The album cover should serve as an immersive introduction to the world of Raven Flux, offering fans a glimpse into the artist’s bold, unique vision.

Logo Design for Root Revival

Project Goal:

Design a logo that visually communicates the mission and core values of Root Revival—urban renewal, environmental protection, and community empowerment. The logo should reflect the organization’s focus on "roots" as a symbol of growth, sustainability, and connection to nature, while also evoking a sense of revitalization, renewal, and hope.

Visual Brand Pack for Knuckles Boxing Studio

Project Goal:

Develop a cohesive visual brand identity that reflects Knuckles’ core values: dynamism, inclusivity, and community.

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