Mastercard Foundation Ministerial Forum
Client: Mastercard Foundation Brief: Illustrate a summary of the ideas presented over the course of a two-day conference in Rwanda, focusing on the role of I.T in building resilient education systems in Africa. Solution: I attended the conference, listening to the ideas shared by various…
July 20, 2022
In Communication
The New York Times, “Radiant Fugitives”
Client: The New York Times Book Review Brief: Create an editorial illustration for The New York Times Book Review, based on the novel “Radiant Fugitives” by Nawaaz Ahmed. Capture the essence of the narrative to engage and rouse reader interest. Solution: I collaborated closely with…
April 16, 2022
In Communication
Bloom Mag – Wangari Maathai Feature
Brief: For the 10th issue of this UK-based magazine, my task was to create a double page spread illustration to celebrate of the life and work of environmental activist Wangari Maathai. At the time of publication, it had been ten years since Wangari Maathai’s death.…
March 20, 2022
In Communication
Toronto Geometry Colloquium
Brief: Create an editorial poster for the Toronto Geometry Colloquium (April 2021) on the theme “Weaving Justice Through Geometry”. Illustrate two accompanying speaker portraits. Solution: Break down the theme into its different components in order to arrive at the core of the message. For example,…
April 1, 2021
In Communication
Curate-It, App Illustrations
Brief: Create a set of four film-themed illustrations for use on the UK-Based mobile application. Design two app Avatars: one to represent the “Negotiator” profile, the second to represent the “Audience” profile. Revamp the Curate-It logo. Solution: Blend abstract illustrations of film-themed activities with a…
March 24, 2021
In Communication
The Lancet- 2020 Cover Artist
Brief: Interpret the theme of The Lancet’s monthly HIV journal, to create a years’ worth of cover illustrations. Solution: While the topic of HIV may on the onset seem glum, vibrant colours and detailed linework helped add beauty to the subjects’ exploration. This resulted in…
July 24, 2020
In Communication
Africa In Motion Film Festival
Brief: Design the AiM Film Festival poster. AIMFF is a Glasgow based Festival that celebrates and awards Africa’s best films and filmmakers. Solution: Reference the festival feature film: “Rafiki”; create a detailed illustration to attract and engage audiences. This image was used to brand T-shirts,…
August 19, 2019
In Communication
Africa 3.0: Film Feels
Brief: Design the festival poster for Africa 3.0 (Film Feels: Obsession), a U-K wide film festival with a focus on African cinema. Solution: Create a compelling nouveau afro-centric cover that incorporates the three festival themes (vanity, joy and infatuation). Deliverables: Festival poster Software used: Illustrator, Photoshop…
August 19, 2019
In Communication
One Fine Day Films
Brief: Create the film poster and print merchandise for the award winning Kenyan film: “Lusala” Solution: “Lusala” tells the story of a car mechanic haunted by traumatic childhood experiences. My solution was to use a thin line illustration to reflect the protagonist’s fragile psychological state,…
August 19, 2019
In Communication
The Stoop Talks
Brief: Design and animate a logo for The Stoop Talks, a New-York based podcast. Create a complete season of art pieces for online promotional use. Solution: The Stoop Talks is a podcast about blackness, race and identity in America. In designing the art and logo…
August 19, 2019
In Communication