Self-Employed Artist Diaries | a month of creative projects, crafts, and finding inspiration in LA

how I became a graphic designer, best advice, tools I use, 1 year post-layoff reflections (100k Q&A)

how to get out of a creative rut and ACTUALLY make stuff you're ✨ excited about ✨

a realistic week in my life as a freelance graphic designer and creator in LA

I chased my dreams for 1 year...this is what really happened.

How to design a creative portfolio | resources, personal branding, tips & tricks

life as a graphic designer in LA | Adobe MAX, art shop updates, social anxiety & my first gala

How to *ACTUALLY* be productive without burning out | 7 simple tips that reset my focus and workflow

making art EVERYDAY for a week | a look into my process and what I learned

productive days as a graphic designer in LA | a new art shop, dream client, updating my portfolio

dream home office makeover & tour | productive/cozy standing desk, colorful organization, art!

life as a graphic designer in LA | latest projects, apartment hunting drama (with prices), art shop!

a month in the Philippines! the craziest work trip, coming home to Manila, going to a wedding, BGC

how I get out of a slump! | honest thoughts on my layoff, freelancing, open houses, the artist's way

how to be a graphic designer in 2026 (free resources & my best advice)

life as a designer | speaking at stanford, my brand in whole foods, crafts, going back to school?!

what I *actually* create as a freelance designer in LA | exciting announcement, creative process!

fun days as a graphic designer | creating a brand, visiting adobe HQ san francisco, cozy days in la

life as a self-employed designer in LA | finding my dream home, turning 26, ruts, fun projects!!

going full-time as a freelance designer in LA | life after layoffs, new year pressure, advice!

I got laid off | my reaction, next steps, how I feel this holiday season!!!

fun days as a graphic designer | macbook m4 unboxing, 50k Q&A, how I come up with ideas, room tour

productive days as a graphic designer in la | client projects, new iphone 16, sabrina carpenter cafe

how I designed a pop-up cafe in new york city

life as a 25 y/o graphic designer in LA | balancing a 9-5 & content creation, new work setup 🤪🤠

life as a 25 y/o graphic designer in LA | personal projects, going through a slump, self care

design cards with me! (adobe illustrator) + cozy Q&A | how I got into design, advice for beginners

life as a 25 y/o graphic designer/content creator in LA | apt makeover, office shenanigans n' crafts

when did we stop making things for fun?

my secret to making cool title cards and fun typography (an adobe illustrator tutorial)

life as a 25 y/o graphic designer in LA | office makeover, design work tour, crafts n' more!

productive days in LA | ending my social media addiction, finding my design work on tv, reading!!!

life as a 25 y/o freelance designer in la | new vlog setup, client launches, and favorite museums

how to design and print a poster (using adobe illustrator) | make your own wall art tutorial

life as a graphic designer/content creator in la | client work, personal projects, $19 smoothies

how to unlock your creativity (watch this if you're feeling stuck)

a month in my life as a 25 yr old graphic designer in LA/SF (speaking at cal, expo west, riso print)

life as a graphic designer in ny & la | client work trip, pop up grocer, my favorite design books

life as a graphic designer in la & the bay | turning 25, creator camp, my creative process

5 lessons that changed my life (the best advice I learned in my early 20s)

life as a graphic designer in LA | client work, office makeover, unfiltered yapping, sports!

life in the philippines | artsy spots in manila, cute gift haul, and game arcades!

life as a graphic designer in the Philippines | 5:30 am routines, type fairs, ceramics, & the beach

life as a graphic designer in LA | adopting a kitty, new projects, and going out!!!

life as a graphic designer in los angeles | exploring museums, trying cute drinks, welcoming autumn

a week in my life as a graphic designer at adobe max (the world's largest creativity conference)

how to use adobe illustrator | a beginner-friendly graphic design tutorial / design posters with me

I (an introverted graphic designer) faced my fear of public speaking

life as a graphic designer in LA | finding inspiration, painting, and feeling 24

I moved to LA and had an identity crisis! (classic young adult imposter syndrome and more)

it's time for a change (even if it's uncomfortable)

my $4600 high rise apartment tour! (and why I'm leaving)

attempting to live my best life alone (and what I learned)

How to Add Textures to Any Design in Photoshop (Easy!!!)

A Week in My Life as a Freelance Designer

How I Became a Freelance Designer in College (& My Experience at UC Berkeley)

day in the life of a graphic designer and content creator *with candid thoughts*

designing logos for your favorite girl scout cookies

a graphic designer's cozy weekend | exploring the bay, brunch, ikea, grocery shopping

how to use mockups | bring your designs to life, resources, tips for beginners