Alberto Balsalm
(2021)motion design
A kinetic typography video, completed using storyboards and style boards, inspired by the underground electronic scene of the ‘90s. The final product demonstrates my proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including dynamic text animation, advanced compositing techniques using the Roto Brush tool, and 3D design integration. Music by Aphex Twin.
The Grapes of Wrath
(2025)book design
A typography-focused book cover design, informed by the atmosphere and themes of the novel “The Grapes of Wrath” by John Steinbeck. Images were edited in Adobe Photoshop, typography was modified in Adobe Illustrator, and layout done in Adobe Indesign.
Autonomic Poster System
(2021)graphic design
A series of posters designed with a focus on creating a unifying visual language to evoke a sense of calm. Several experimental prototypes were made to explore current design trends.
Bitter Type Specimen
(2021)graphic design & web design
A graphic and web design project which highlights the history of the typeface Bitter. The design is inspired by the font’s creation process of starting from a pixel grid, while also highlighting the little details that deviate from the lines.
The website builds off the design language I established in my specimen poster but adapting it for web readability/usability. To add some fun, I animated the site using CSS and the AOS library.
Umami & Co
(2021)brand design
Inspired by the maximalist design philosophies of ‘80s Hong Kong, I created the branding for Umami & Co., an Asian fusion restaurant. The main menu, meant for print and desktop viewing, was adapted for mobile use with user interactions in mind.