From the Studio
Thoughts on design, process, and the work in between.
A running log of ideas, experiments, and lessons learned — from freelance life and code deep dives to design thinking and the occasional creative block. Written in real time, mostly for myself, but maybe useful to you too.
Why I Built a Collection Page (And Why Your Portfolio Might Need One Too)
My case studies were good. They were detailed, well-structured, and told the story of each project clearly. The problem was they didn't talk to each other — and nobody could see the thread connecting them.
The Best 404 Page I've Ever Built Involved a Cat Named Dr. Pete and Zero Regrets
Most designers treat the 404 page like a utility closet — functional, forgettable, and definitely not worth decorating. I used to agree. Then I met Dr. Pete, and everything changed.
The PDXWIT rebrand & website refresh: what it's like designing for a community you're already part of
Some projects find you. Others you find yourself coming back to — not because you have to, but because the work mattered enough the first time that walking away from the second chapter wasn't really an option.
Piano. Push. Play + CAS 280W
While working within FloCo's website (which is still in progress), one of my primary contacts lamented about not finding any worthy interns for another project. Learning how to speak up for myself, I quickly said, I'm on the hunt for an internship that is required for my degree at PCC.
Summit the Cascade
A talk about CSS hosted + Presented by developer Andrew Hedges
Recently, I attended a talk at the Epicodus code school by successful web developer, Andrew Hedges. He is most known for work at a certain "Cupertino based Fruit Company" and a company that specializes in Animation and Princesses.