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First: thank you. Second: hello!

I'm Emily, and I am a graphic designer. I aim to communicate messages in a clear, succinct and beautiful way. 

Please browse my portfolio to see my work, and contact me if you would like to work on something in the future. To read specifics about my prior experience, please view my resume.

For more work, check out my blog, which I try to update a few times a year with current projects.

About 

My story with graphic design started at a young age. Crafts paved the way for my interest in art. I was one of those kids who often practiced her handwriting and had doodles covering her homework. 

In high school, after joining the yearbook staff, I realized that my interests melded together into graphic design. When I told her that I might be interested in graphic design, my aunt and godmother, who was one of my biggest influences in life and in art, responded that she thought I was well-suited for the field. After the endorsement from her and my parents, I was sold. 

Since photography and writing are important aspects of my life in addition to design, I chose to major in Visual Communications at the University of South Carolina. In my freshman year, I took a book binding elective and realized that while I loved my major, I missed the fine arts aspect of my education. So, I picked up a studio art minor with a graphic design concentration. From there, I used extracurriculars and internships to bring my education out of the classroom and into practical application. 

Now, as a working designer, I am always looking for ways to continue growing and practicing. By doing freelance and nonprofit work outside of my 9-to-5, I am able to work across a variety of industries and media, keep up with trends, and connect with the community.

Appreciating efficiency, my aesthetic tends to focus on clean, streamlined design. I always enjoy a project when I can incorporate a joyful mood into the final product and aim to bring a spot of brightness into everything I do.