My introduction to graphic design was from directly working with street-wear brands and graphic designers. As a young man, I spent years studying art and design and assisting the team and owner of The Seventh Letter in bringing their visions to life, from logos to pitch decks, product design, editorial, event design, packaging, social media marketing, etc. When it comes to creating innovative experiences and products, there is nothing that stops us.
A month before the pandemic caused lockdowns in the U.S. I traveled to Japan on a project to document the Heijo Palace restoration. In Nara, Japan, this historic restoration requires hundreds of workers, historians, creatives, and effort from craftsmen. Using only traditional tools and techniques, this project aims to preserve its history. Ouka Entertainment, a company in Beverly Hills, took on this project and brought me in as a digital designer. We created a web presence, documented interviews, photographed the monumental endeavor by the crew, and created some branded clothing for the people abroad.