2013 Interactive and Visual Design Graduate Exhibition
AboutIlluminate 2013 showcases work of the students graduating from Interactive and Visual Design at Creative Industries, QUT. It illuminates the aspects of design and creativity that each student has chosen to explore throughout their degree, as well as their individual and collective journey as IVD students.
Website designed and developed by Erin Klapper, Nicholas Hirst and Andrew Plummer
Andy Bates
Samuel Tyler
Katelyn Mergard
Andrew Watt
Nicole Cooper
Sam Watson
Stephanie Evans
Jacob Girling
Ella Mobbs
Lauren Parr
Fiona Mehmet
Christopher Campbell
Ben Graham
Jeniffer Heng
Hei Tung Lau (Joanne)
Anshula Dang
Sheena Jamieson
Caroline Ochoa
Genesis Haarlem
Alexandra Cornell
Elleesa Stewart
Cherizza Almario
Andrew Plummer
Katie Anson
Emily Vogelpoel
Sharani Chue
Sophie Fetherstonhaugh
Peter Rolih
Sin Huan Koay (Annabel)
Kayla Warne
Blake Jones
Kyra Hennessy
Jimin Kim
Morgan Brown
Geoffrey Kelly
Nick Hirst
Cher Ho
Thalia Giannake
Alannah Stanley
Chloe Musk
Gabriela Gatt
Christina Coveos
Alice Brown
Vidhi Shah
Erin Klapper
Jade Primmer
Ben Zang
Yuan Chen
Ellanah Grace Bustos
Steven James Leadbeater
Vinh Nguyen
Harry Allan
Charlie Mckenzie
Beck Wade
My creative practice involves a fusion of past experiences and skills that I use to establish strong and thoughtful connections from the concepts behind a project to actualised designs. The realms of information design, tangible interaction and interactive art are where my current passions lie and I have extensive visual and graphic design knowledge that I weave into my practice to create evocative, resolved design solutions.
andybatesdesign.comEverything is designed. If it is not good design, then it is bad design – but if it is not designed, then it does not exist. Beneath the eccentricity, it is the means by which I express my subjective inner picture. An outlet that challenges me to innovate not only the life I live, but those lived by all who encounter it.
stickymedia.com.auGraphic design is a strong passion of mine within my creative practice. It is through this skill and my experiences, I enjoy creating brand identity, marketing materials and print media. In addition, I have an interest and skill in information and website design. Although I thrive on making my designs purposeful and meaningful, my style is generally light-hearted, fun, and colourful - making my designs accessible to all.
katelyn-nicole.comAndrew is a photographer, videographer, graphic and web designer that loves creating awesome, eye-candied content across a wide range of disciplines. He is always up for new challenges, and approaches each project with an open mind and a desire to create personalised content that resonates with its audience. His current passions revolve around branding, identity and UI, and carries this attitude over to his freelance work, which includes producing video content for Yelp, Style Creeper and Factory Diaries.
andrew.cafiend.comIn 5 years time I hope to be working as a graphic designer in the music industry, either for a small design agency or in the creative department of a record label. This would be my dream job, branding and promoting artists through print media, such as cover art, posters, advertisements, tour books, etc. I also hope to continue exploring my love of photography, whether this is freelancing or professional concert photography.
nicolecooperdesign.comDesign has always been my passion as I'm always striving to improve my skills and design style. I completely immerse myself in every project with precision, creativity and dedication. My perfectionistic tendencies can be seen through my highly detailed and resolved designs. I specialise in the areas of branding, print design and web design.
samuelwatsongraphics.com.auI design to communicate and connect with people. My passions lie in advertising and this is the focus of much of my work, communicating messages to a wider audience on a personal level to truly develop and foster a connection. However, I also design to develop my skills and explore the realms of possibility, as nothing can be created without inspiration.
steffevansdesigns.comDesign is part of my life whether I like it or not. Even if it's intentional or not I always find myself making time to create something either for my family and friends or for my own personal satisfaction.
sebastien-john.tumblr.comI'm Ella Mobbs, a kustom-lowbrow art & craft freak based in Brisbane, Australia. I work with a combination of hand drawn and digital media to create detailed artworks and designs within the realm of print and product design. I'm inspired by all things tattoo, rockabilly, and anything dead, dying, deadsies. My all time favourite concepts to work on are things that aren't what they seem and concept mash-ups.
www.ellamobbs.com.auCreative expression has always played a major part in my life. I love the process of starting with an initial idea and seeing it grow and develop into a fully fledged design. I have a passion for Graphic Design and am inspired especially by clean, minimalist work. I set high standards for myself and my ultimate goal is to always demonstrate this throughout my creative works.
laurenparr@live.comIn 5 years time I want to have at least a few years experience in the design industry learning the trade and compiling a refined and amazing portfolio of which I can use to achieve my dream graphic design career. However, I want to have experience in various parts of the design industry as I might fall into a career path that is not graphic design completely but is in the advertising/marketing segment of design.
fmdesigns22.comEvery form is an art form and every art form communicates something. I design because I want to communicate to and with the world, to shape ideas to become practical and attractive propositions for users and customers.
christophercampbelldesign.comI design because I love to provide visually satisfying solutions to creative problems.
webdesignerbrisbane.bizMy design style is very much influenced by the sci-fi genre and inspired by geometric shapes. What makes me unique is the way I incorporate my little twist on modern technology into my works. My concepts are usually formed by drawing simple shapes like cubes, which then evolve into more abstract objects that reference my experiences in life.
jenifferheng.comMy designs are focused on what to compare with my design skills and utilize advertising knowledge into design works, and work in the real world in the future. Most of my design works are print ad, book or magazine design and information design. My design style is more about using symbols and simple elements to represent the theme and main ideas for the design project. I will continue designing and working in the advertising industry in the future.
joannelau52@yahoo.com.hkDesign is a way for me to connect all of my various skills and interest and not just design for the sake of designing but really communicate a message that is at the core of my being. Design challenges you to break this down to its bare essentials and look at the message; which to me is the most important aspect of doing anything.
anshuladang.com.auWhen I design something I try to make sure there is a deeper meaning present. So it's not all what you see on the first glance; there is another level to delve into. I also try to make the design look uniquely appealing so that people will have a reason to look at it in the first place. If the viewer can follow the clues, they will find the message.
sheenasfil.esI design because I want to make a difference in this world. Design isn't just about making ‘pretty' things and I believe that with the use of design I can one day make a difference and help change someone's life. It is my voice.
carolineochoa.comDesign has always been a part of me, I enjoy creating solutions with innovative ideas. I determine my self to be a solution to ones problem with creative aesthetics and great enthusiasm when it comes to designing in the modern world.
haarlemdesigns.comMy field of design is print media, utilised primarily in the corporate environment. I design because I understand and appreciate the difference that well-considered and strategic design makes to the effectiveness of a communication piece.
alexandrajoycornell@gmail.comI design because I am passionate about it and it allows me to express myself. The process of design allows for endless possibilities to be created and is in-turn very rewarding. Design provides me with the opportunity to create personal artworks, but also create works to a client brief. I love taking a basic idea and bringing it to life.
ejstewart93@hotmail.comI design for both the creative and technical aspects of my creative practice. With new trends and technologies constantly emerging in web and graphic design, it's always exciting, challenging and a never-ending learning curb. I also love the challenge involved in problem solving and web design - especially when you have to make something work!
cherizza.a@gmail.comMy passion for marketing and advertising has greatly influenced my design style and process. Creating unique and relevant brand images for a product is a design approach that not only challenges my creative dexterity but also allows me to draw upon the advertising knowledge I have learnt throughout my degree. I enjoy creating designs that accurately reflect a product and allow it to take on its own visual identity.
katieanson.comMy design style is an exploration of my life experiences. Currently I have been inspired by my time I have spent living in the snow. My passions lie in graphic design and visual arts but I also have growing interests in marketing and how design translates into business. I hope to combine both design and business skills to create thoughtful designs.
emilyvogelpoel.comMy passion for art and design started at a very early age, I grew up in a very creative family and have always had a passion for making things pretty whether its on the computer or paper. I've found that my greatest contribution is creativity. I'm exactly where I want to be - creating simplistic, interactive and elegant designs.
sharani_chue@hotmail.comIn my everyday life, I am a person who pays attention to detail. I like to plan, research and examine any and every aspect of what I do. This propensity to notice all the little things also translates into my design work, and I believe it is what makes me a great designer. I base my design projects on a foundation of solid research and planning, I thoroughly examine every element, and I execute my design solutions with strong attention to detail, which allows me the ability to create meaningful, beautifully crafted and highly polished work. My passion is graphic design with a focus on advertising and brand identity.
sophie-hannah.comDesign to me is not simply graphics, colours, or typography. Design is more profound than that. Design is looking at problems and seeing opportunities. It is the art of using what's at hand to overcome a challenge. Design is a uniquely human phenomenon; and I design because I'm human. I design because I can.
icandesign.com.auI design because it allows me to express my creativity and feelings. Also, I love working with colours as they bring my work to life. My design style is simple and illustrative. Although I like my design to be simple, I always make sure that they are aesthetically pleasing and nicely presented. I wish to be a graphic designer and work in a small company with a group of nice, friendly and creative people.
annabelkoay@gmail.comDesign is all about solving a problem for me. I see an issue, a void, an opportunity and I want to fill it. I want to bring my minimalistic style into what I do to ensure a highly functional user experience. I have a passion for photography and for branding. I'm very marketing focused and everything I do is centered around how it will meet the proposed objectives.
kaylawarne@gmail.comI combine my marketing background, where I specialise in integrated marketing communication and consumer behaviour, with my design skills. This gives me a full scope, strategic perspective of design that enables me to approach new problems as they individually require. I'm therefore uniquely placed to offer interesting, efficient, effective, and truly memorable designs. This combination of pragmatism, strategy and creativity sets me apart from my peers.
blakejones.com.auIn 5 years time I hope to be running a successful event stationary and homewares business. It is my goal within the next 6 months to have an online store up and running and eventually build this up to the point where I can open my own studio.
kyrajade.comSince I opened up my eyes into beauty of simplicity, I've challenged myself exploring diverse design practices. Especially it is fascinating for me to create visual identity with meanings behind so my passion for design mostly lies on Branding, Advertising and print design with my graphic design knowledge. I've been constantly striving to improve my skill and help make the world vivid.
queenjimin89@gmail.comMy design style involves using several different elements that work together to make up my overall style. A strong emphasis on bold, strong typography along with a use of block shapes and colours makes up my minimalistic design approach. This is complimented by my use of white space and using neutral colours.
morganbrowndesign.comI thrive through creativity, from the first spark of an idea to the fruition of a fully resolved project. I receive great satisfaction from contributing to a piece that visually reflects who I am as a designer, as well as the effort and process of my team. Whether I'm working on a graphic design that delivers an identity or an animation that tells a tale, I strive to unite the many fragments of an Idea into a creative solution that can effectively engage its audience.
geoffrey-kelly.comI design because it presents me with a problem or a challenge that needs solving. Using my strong visual arts background and analysing the current design trends, I enjoy developing and creating conceptual yet resolved design solutions. I have a particular enthusiasm for digital interactivity and print design, and a curiosity for how they can work together.
nhirstdesign.comI want to keep working and learning in different countries as a Graphic Designer. Actually I do really appreciate how each designer creates the fusion of culture and design. And I want to have a deeper understanding of the beauty of different languages, like the letter constructions. Working in different countries can lead to a different view to the world, I believe.
cherhyc.comI view my work as thoughtful decoration. Visual themes in my art dwell at the intersection of natural beauty, and man's attempts to harness and explain it. Drawing on scientific history, and inspired by tattoo imagery, I aim to create pieces that are both thought-provoking and visually striking.
thaliacamille.comFor me, design is an opportunity to take complex information and transform it into fool-proof nuggets of visual gold. I achieve this using a marriage of iconography, semiotics and typography. With a dual degree in Interactive and Visual Design and Public Relations, I pride myself on producing creative communication solutions.
alannah.stanley@hotmail.comI design because I am. Design and creativity are embedded in my nature, I cannot remember a time when I wasn't designing, creating, visualising or curating. Design for me is a necessary and fulfilling outlet.
musk.creative@gmail.comIn 5 years I want to be an advertising accounts liaison. I look forward to interacting with clients, identifying their requirements and then efficiently communicating the work shopped ideas to my collaborative design team. I aim to become an trusted design team leader and asset to my company by gaining as much valuable experience in a variety of design fields.
gabrielagatt.com/designIn 5 years time I can see myself branching into either/or photography, graphic design and digital media. Basically I love editing, no matter how long it takes once I get started, I can't stop. I have discovered myself to having an eye for detail, as I enjoy creating things that look good and are acknowledged by the people around me. There's simply no greater feeling than being proud to say, ‘I did that!'
christina.coveos@gmail.comMy design style is about augmenting experiences. I love encouraging people to see the world differently, whether that's through interactive media, animation or illustration. My design focus is building experiences that capture attention, sustain engagement and leave a lasting memory.
aliceixd.comI've been a bit left of field circa 1992; a trait that has proliferated into all aspects of my creative life. I've always found beauty in subtlety and cogency in design, where these two meet, you'll find me. This advantageous combination of logic and inspiration affords me the opportunity to not only follow, but set trends that are ahead of their time.
transvidhiss.comHello, my name is Erin Klapper. I'm an emerging freelance designer, focusing on illustration, typography and web design. I've created my own eccentric, handmade jewellery brand called Paper Alphabet. My products follow a vibrant and quirky style, akin to origami and geometric shapes. I sell my products online and attend selected markets around Brisbane.
erinklapper.comIn five years time I endeavour to work within Advertising and Marketing, using my creative skills to provide an edge on competitors. I hope to be working as a Account Manager for a well known company providing creative, unique solutions for customers.
jade_primmer@msn.comI have a passion for design, drawing and photographing since a young age and that led me to my understanding of concise design style. I really like to search inspiration from surrounding:taste, smell, touch and sound. That gives me many fantastic ideas in creating my unique world.
zangcheng66@hotmail.comI wanted to be a designer since I was a child, it was my dream. I am very interested in Chinese traditional art and drawing styles. I like designing for young age groups. I have visual and graphic knowledge as well as traditional Chinese art knowledge, which helped me connect different styles in my artwork much easier. I may go back to China to work in a western and eastern art connect design.
vikki.chenyuan@hotmail.comAlthough I have always been interested in graphic and web design, I have recently entered the field of Youth Work. As a designer I hope to incorporate the knowledge and skills that I have learned throughout my degree into my work practices. I believe that imagery has the ability to evoke honest emotions from people and I hope that my design work can act as an expressive outlet for myself as a youth advocate designer.
eb-projects.comAs far back as I can remember I've always had strong interests in creating and designing. Having completed several tertiary design qualifications and possessing real world experience I have an insatiable appetite for the creative process and furthering my abilities.
project-sjl.comI design because it is a chance for me to escape from the real world and create my very own. I can create anything I want, however I want, and share it with the people around me - the possibilities are endless. Their reactions to my designs, whether positive or negative, fuel my desire to keep on designing.
winhhh.n@gmail.comI design because ‘a picture can paint a thousand words'. Creating meaning and context from visuals goes hand in hand with the way I live. Designing doesn't stop at the drawing board, its a way of life, a mindset, understanding how we react to colours, shape, text etc. and how it makes us feel.
harryallan.comI'm a quick thinker who loves teamwork and solving problems. My brain is always bursting with ideas which is the cause of many headaches, but also my best works yet. My main passions lie with light, colour and the interactions that people have have with them. Creating, whether it be digital or physical, is what I live for.
napiercreations.comI have always been passionate about graphic design. There is a gentle thrill in giving life to a project by implementing the perfect balance of aesthetic elements. My current passions are focused around the areas of print, web and identity design, though I have retained a number of supporting creative skills including photography, animation, web development and illustration. It is my goal to introduce as much beauty into this world as possible, one pixel at a time.
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