Some things

I can’t let go

Welcome to the vault that no one asked for, full of archived projects, one-off illustrations, and complete failures.

Gallery of Failed Pitches

UK Invite Features
UK Invite Cover
UK Cover Open
UK Invite First Spread
UK Invite Second Spread
UK Invite Full Open
Community Banker University Brochure Outside Cover
Community Banker University Brochure Inside Preview
CBU Brochure Feature Spread
CBU Brochure Color System
CBU Brochure Section Intro
CBU Brochure Infographic System
CBU Brochure Resources
Bourbon & Bubbles Cover Red
Bourbon & Bubbles Sample Ad
Bourbon & Bubbles Illustration Sample
Bourbon & Bubbles Feature Yellow
Bourbon & Bubbles Woodcut Cover
Bourbon & Bubbles Woodcut Invite
Bourbon & Bubbles Woodcut
Bourbon & Bubbles Feature Sample

Illustrations & Textures

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Boots and Bling 33rd Annual Auction Fundraiser logo with red cowboy boots and diamonds.
Five illustrated postcards displayed in a row, showcasing various seasonal and architectural scenes, including greenery, fireworks, a snowy building, autumn leaves, and a concert stage.
Promotional poster for "The Barns at Wolf Trap" featuring a split design for 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 seasons, showcasing illustrations of musicians, instruments, and musical themes with the phrases "Music Moves Inside" and "Music Year Round." Advertises tickets on sale.
Illustration of a person with braids holding a flower, wearing a traditional dress with colorful patterns on a bright yellow background.
Illustration of a pitbull on green background
AIGA DC Cover
Alley Cat Promo
Hypnotize Hero
Peterson Wedding Invite
Rigoletto Type
Common Goods Background Illustration
DJ Mochi Promo
Chemex Brew Guide
ICBA Holiday Card
Timbers Salt Girl
Illustration of a man with sunglasses and a mustache, drawn in a layered style, creating a repeated, overlapping effect.

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