Projects
- New Journalist Magazine Issue 0New Journalist is an independent journalism and documentary photography platform providing space for underrepresented creators. Issue 0 explores the global reaction to the coronavirus pandemic through the lens of upcoming and established photojournalists. Exploring stories ranging from the role of religion in Uganda, to playgrounds in Poland and coronavirus deniers in Canada. Take a look at the stories not told in your news media. Work from 18 contributors from around the world over 92 pages,
- men don't know that women poopThis project features the taboo and shame surrounding going to the toilet among women. The work is based on tens of surveys placed in Central Saint Martins' toilets which revealed that 73% of female participants have avoided going to the toilet because they were ashamed of it. The politics of the female body has been present in our culture for centuries telling us what's feminine and what's not. In the 21st century, some of the taboos surrounding the female body seem to slowly break. Yet, the c
- Shame, disgust and taboo in visual (and ideological) communication (dissertation project)My dissertation publication explores the themes of shame, taboo and disgust through publishing. It's an exploration of images that trigger us and what we perceive as repulsive. We are expected to look and behave a certain way and, therefore, hold multiple subconscious biases regarding our own bodies. My work is meant to make us stop and think: 'why is my reaction so strong?'
- OH FUCK, IT’S WETWhat are we disgusted by and why? Over the course of my exploration of the human body, I have been confronted with very extreme reactions toward human feet. The photo album shows the reactions of models who, while being blindfolded, were interacting with food using their bare feet.
- send noodsBoth sexting and instant noodles root in essential human behaviours listed at the very bottom of the hierarchy of our needs. This project reflects on cultural similarities between instant noodles and the phenomenon of sexting. It aims to show instant gratification behind those two practices developed by generations experiencing accelerated lifestyles and living in a digital era. The outcome is a hard-bound pamphlet with images combining instant noodles and a naked female body together with a
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Work history
Graduate Teaching AssistantCentral Saint Martins (UAL)
London, United KingdomPart Time
College Associate and Graphic DesignerUniversity of The Arts London (UAL)
London, United KingdomFreelance
• Managed and self-led multiple projects while keeping in touch with the target group and external coordinators
• Successfully discussed official measures such as budgets, time-frames, challenges and requirements as well as worked to deadlines in a time-efficient manner
• Focused my work on inclusivity, such as making a mental health activity book event for college students or starting an idea for a campaign offering free period products on campus
• Kept in touch with external contacts such as paper suppliers, communications team and Climate Emergency Network
• Independently designed and produced physical outcomes in large numbers such as a campus map, wayfinding signs and zines (2000, 50 and 300 copies respectively; all produced using a risograph)
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Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Printmaking
- Illustration
- Leadership
- Book Design
- Editorial Design
Education
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BA Graphic DesignRoyal Academy of Art, The Hague
The Hague, Netherlands
BA (Hons) Graphic Communication DesignCentral Saint Martins (UAL)
- London, United Kingdom
First Class Honours