It’s officially been a year since I stepped in as a Graphic Designer  for the Virginia Highland District Association , and honestly, it’s been a whirlwind of neighborhood events, sponsor logo organization, and creative freedom! If you know Atlanta, you know Virginia Highland (VaHi)  is one of the city’s most iconic and historic neighborhoods. My job? Assisting the creative direction and visual storytelling  for the district. I design print and digital assets that contribute t

If you had told my freshman-year self at Georgia State that I’d eventually be designing for THE Oakland Cemetery every day, I would’ve never believed you. When I first moved to Atlanta, everyone kept telling me, “You have  to go to Oakland Cemetery!” My reaction was pretty much: “Ummm, okay? I don’t exactly go to cemeteries for fun…” But after a few visits, I got it. Why Oakland is different Oakland isn't just a place of the past; it’s this vibrant, "island of tranquility" ri

Gen Z inherited a world on fire. We were raised on the promise of the "American Dream," only to realize that the blueprints were outdated and the foundation was cracking. Today, the "melting pot" we were taught about in school feels spoiled—tainted by systemic racism, the abuse of power, and widening class inequality. But we aren’t just watching it burn. We are the designers of what comes next. Recently, I had the honor of presenting my Letter to America  during the Youth250: