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I created this birthday poster as a special gift for a friend, with the goal of making her feel celebrated through a unique and memorable design.
I combined several of her photos into one composition, making sure the main portrait remained the center of attention while the supporting images added personality and told a story. I used a warm pink color palette, layered effects, and elegant typography to create a design that feels both vibrant and personal.
This project gave me the opportunity to practice creative photo compositing, visual balance, and designing something that captures a person's personality rather than just marking an occasion.
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