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Stylized Portrait
A vibrant digital portrait that explores identity through bold color, exaggerated contrast, and expressive linework. Instead of pursuing photorealism, the focus was on creating a distinct visual language using neon-inspired tones, layered textures, and graphic elements that reflect personality. This project demonstrates my approach to combining illustration, typography, and cinematic color to create portraits that are expressive, memorable, and visually striking.
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The sound behind the symbol.
A preview of the visual identity for La Original, a brand that has connected musicians with authentic instruments and trusted brands since 1979.
The identity begins with a simple observation: instruments may change, styles may evolve, but they all share the same purpose.
Sound.
The symbol combines the initial O from Original with expanding sound waves, expressing the moment where every musical experience begins. It avoids representing a single instrument because the brand has never belonged to just one. It belongs to everything that makes music possible.
Its simplified form allows the symbol to adapt across every touchpoint while preserving its clarity over time.
Like music itself, the symbol is not only meant to be seen.
It is meant to be felt.
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Killer identity work. "The sound behind the symbol" is such a clean thread to build a brand around, you can feel the intention.
Same app concept. Two completely different visual directions.
I’m exploring the design system for Pawsense, a cat care app concept focused on recording your cat’s behavior and turning it into simple insights.
Direction 1 feels softer, calmer, and more trustworthy.
Direction 2 feels bolder, more playful, and more distinctive.
That’s the tradeoff I’m thinking through:
Direction 1 feels more polished and familiar.
Direction 2 feels more memorable and full of personality.
For a cat care app, I’m trying to balance trust with warmth and playfulness.
Which direction feels stronger?
1 = soft/trustworthy
2 = bold/playful
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