Hi everyone!
I don’t post on Contra very often, but I’m looking to show up here more.
In the meantime, I wanted to share a few portraits I’m really proud of.
If they resonate with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how fast the line between design and code is moving.
More and more, teams don’t look for ultra‑specialists, but hybrid profiles: designers who code, creative devs, design engineers.
On some projects, Figma is no longer the “source of truth”,...
In 2026, I’m working towards a more focused and sustainable freelance life.
Business: Increase my revenue with a combo of premium creative dev/design projects and a few small digital products (templates, UI kits, etc.).
Positioning: Be the go-to creative partner for brands and...
👋 I’m Donaël Walter, a French freelance creative developer and brand designer based in Lyon, France.
I work with agencies and product teams to craft premium, digital-first brands and web experiences.
Outside of client work, you’ll usually find me training parkour, shooting...
In 2025, I took a real leap 🪂
Hola todos! 👋
This past year has been a big step forward financially, but more importantly it helped me grow in experience and maturity as a freelancer.
I’ve had the chance to collaborate with great agencies and exceptional teams, both in France and...