Portfolio
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1867495/38b3ba8d-12db-41b0-8d07-ff1b0c9b38c5 "User interface design for a cookbook app recipe page. The idea was to create a clean and intuitive interface that the user can follow while cooking and being able to check off the ingredients and the steps.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1867495/bb144340-00b2-40c8-9c89-b31a23055e89 "User interface design for a weather app.
The main screen is design in a minimal and clean style, providing all the important data for the current time as well as a preview of the week ahead. The user can swipe the time selector left and right to view the weather for different hours during the current date. The background color adjusts to the weather conditions.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/114/11452/1145252/6c2e6ebe-c4d1-4024-a3e7-9bcf19c4f14a.png "I designed this set of custom store-front illustrations for an inventory search website and app. The designs had to show variety and character and at the same time they should look as any type of store. In terms of style, the client wanted a mix of flat and clean look with a slight hand-drawn/imperfect feel.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1867495/f0f006ae-e098-4290-bebd-18d2d86d9a3b "UI/UX design for a checklist app.
The main screen provides an overview of the daily tasks and progress and allows direct access to the task list.
For each entry there is a category label and an indicator showing the due status.
The user can check off the completed tasks, which move to the bottom of the list and show as completed.
The user can easily add a new task and can navigate to previous or later dates right from the home screen.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1867495/2418ffd5-34db-45f1-9c8b-a343150f8191 "Editorial illustration")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/110/11081/1108123/9e4ff7fc-4446-48f0-af21-b864c1d44114.png "These illustrations were created with love for a new pet aid and wellness brand, which offers support, guidance and services to pet owners.
They were inspired by the brand founder and her own pets and family, so it was important to capture their personalities and at the same time reflect her vision for the brand.
The illustrations will be used on Instagram and on the brand website.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1867495/3e40bbb1-d116-49c3-a561-46c6f4cc8895 "Editorial illustration")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/65/6589/658963/c7086a5a-538a-4574-9260-529fbdc76b71.png "My client requested a marketing brochure for Openly, an insurance company offering high-end products to homeowners.
The goal was to communicate the company's premium product and unique features and benefits in a simple and easy to understand way.
The visual approach had to reflect a premium, modern and clean feel that represents the company's values and positioning.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/59/59186/attachment_59186430 "Young, illustrative and inspiring cover design for a gift book targeted at teenagers.
The client and author of the book \"Finding Your Path\" was looking for a simple but unique cover design, that would complement the meaning of the book, but is also visually appealing to young people and their environment (relatives and friends).
The main illustration represents the journey from school to adulthood in a positive way and it expands to the back cover. The style is fresh, simple and happy. The 2-color limitation was a challenge that lead to a design that uses contrast and negative space in a playful way.")
:format(webp)/http://s3.amazonaws.com/projects-files/112/11293/1129352/4fa5606d-d9f5-45e8-9c02-d5d22d0e5358.png "99d asked me to design an illustration for Instagram stories to promote their \"Support through design\" initiative for minority-owned Bay area businesses. The illustration reflects the positive nature and the local character of this program and incorporates the announcement text and a call to action.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/56/56667/attachment_56667907 "This project requested a hip and modern sun tarot card artwork that doesn't look like a classic tarot card, to be used for a magic trick.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/53/53320/attachment_53320290 "A cute and fun infographic representing the 5 steps to finding the perfect pet insurance plan. The purpose was to drive traffic back to the client's website through social media interaction (shares & likes).")
About
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator experienced in print and digital design.
- BA (Hons) in Graphic Design
- Postgraduate Diploma in Illustration
I believe that working on a 1:1 basis is the most effective way to define a design problem, develop a creative solution and build a long term collaboration. Feel free to send me a 1:1 project invite and I will do my best to reply within 24 hours. Please include your brief, timeline and budget.
Only available for 1:1 projects. Thank you!
Member since:
January 10, 2015
Reviews
"Maria quickly understands a complex brief and comes up with great designs. "
wouteri
reviewed 3 months ago
"This is my second project with Maria. We chatted through our brand guidelines in our first project, and she mastered them this time. We had very minor feedback, which is incredible. She's a great asset to our team when we need extra design support. "
Anonymous client
reviewed 3 months ago
"Maria did an incredible job with our infographic project. She followed our brand guidelines, was creative, and very receptive to feedback. She had a quick turnaround time and was always responsive in her communication. We are excited to work with Maria ..."
Anonymous client
reviewed 4 months ago
"I've worked on two projects with Maria now and I highly recommend her. She not only completes the task like a true professional, she's also creative and thoughtful. "
Anonymous client
reviewed 4 months ago
"I'm very happy with all the work Maria did for me: logo, card, brochures, referral pads, and website build-out. I'm very satisfied with the final products and found Maria to be highly professional and responsive."
meredithivybrand
reviewed 5 months ago