BUSINESS
DESIGN & MARKETING
Strategic &
Creative Marketing
One Trusted Professional for Every Stage of Your Brand.
My name is Maria,
nice to meet you!
I like to think that I've been a designer my whole life. I don't think there was a moment growing up when I was not drawing or creating something artistic. I painted all over the house, made weird sculptures out of plastic bottles, and every napkin in a restaurant would be for sure doodled on.
Luckily enough, that's what I still do for a living. Well, kinda.
Now, I'm a designer with 10 years of experience. Most of my projects still start with a drawing or a doodle, but they are heavily inspired by the people and businesses I work for.
I'm passionate about mid-century modern illustrations and bold typography. Even in my personal life, I love to take classic elements, furniture, and clothes, and mix them with contemporary ones.
Services
Print Deliverables
Merchandising Design
Social Media Management
Brand Design & Identity
Digital & Print Editorial
Typography
Illustrations
What Drives My Work?
There’s no one else like you or me in the world… isn’t that cool? I’m a firm believer that what makes us unique is our most powerful tool for making an impact in the world.
Successful businesses, brands, and products are shaped by the people who create them. It’s their distinct personality and life experiences that make a brand stand out from the rest, because no two are the same.
Rather than relying on templates or trends, I let your individuality guide my process. This mindset allows me to create work that feels considered and relevant, and that celebrates what makes you, you.
Technical Skills
Languages
Portuguese
English
Spanish
Italian
French
German
EDUCATION
BACKGROUND
2019 - 2021
Bachelor's in Graphic Design, Art History concentration
2023 - 2025
Associate’s degree in Business Management
2026
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing Concentration
Past Projects
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Kindness Week - Cause Campaign, Non-profit
In loving memory of Daryl Blackburn.
Kindness Week is a multi-organization and departmental event from Oakland University dedicated to acts of kindness toward the community and the environment.
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Urban Coffee Roast - Packaging Collection
A new coffee shop is opening in Detroit, establishing its brand around in-house-roasted beans and offering light, medium, and dark roasts alongside a focused, thoughtfully curated drink menu.
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Oakland University - Multiple Event Branding
I worked as the sole graphic designer, creating social media and print materials for events, which gave me broad experience that significantly shaped my growth as a designer.
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Custom Illustrations
Compilation of Illustrated works, including posters, social media, and personal projects I've been working for the past few years.
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Typography Projects - Publications
Compilation of editorial, magazines, and typography works I've been working on over the past few years.
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Small Business Marketing Suite
A brand is an essential step toward establishing the credibility and purpose of a company. It allows corporations to communicate their values and unique perspectives to consumers, creating a memorable impact that can be recognized through all five senses.