In-house work
For nine years I created and customized invitations and other stationery for the clientele of Bella Figura, the luxury brand of renowned letterpress print shop Boxcar Press.
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Bespoke design work
I worked directly with clients to interpret the style of their wedding or special event through the lens of the elegant & modern Bella Figura brand. I utilized a massive library of design features, sourced custom imagery, and created original art elements.
I flourish when I can push the limits of a set of inspiration points using typography, color, and texture. I pride myself on my ability to adapt my style and skills to any client’s wants and needs.
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Production know-how
I designed for the 6+ printing methods and many other processes offered by Boxcar Press (including letterpress, foil stamping, and full-color digital). I consulted with printers and production managers daily to ensure that I was always working within our limitations and doing my part to produce the best possible final pieces.
I regularly created color tests for matching digitally printed inks to Pantone swatches. I’m knowledgeable of color management and prepress processes.
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Original designs
A selection of my best work for Bella Figura’s twice-yearly design library releases, including wedding, baby, and holiday.
photography by Bella Figura
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Creative inspiration boards
Digital layouts for brand’s social media; I re-imagined a design based on photo and theme inspiration
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Design customization
Most of my daily work was done for private individuals who did not release their designs publicly. Below is a case study that highlights an average-difficulty client order that had unique problems to solve.
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Patterns
Original envelope liner patterns I created for the Bella Figura design library
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Other notable duties
File doctor for countless artwork files supplied by clients
Sourced custom art from artists and stock websites, and designed original icons and maps
Color correction and other Photoshop work on digital photos
Took the lead on a full redesign of the company’s client order form
Managed confidential address lists and other personal information for high end clientele
Therapist to brides, mothers-of-brides, and stationery store owners dealing with brides