Illustrator: Coca-Cola’s First Africa-Inspired Drink, Wozzaah
Client: Coca-Cola Brief: Design the Coca-Cola Creations can for Wozzaah, Coca-Cola’s first-ever Africa-inspired drink, to celebrate Africa’s creative essence. Align the creative direction with commercial objectives and ensure seamless global collaboration. Solution: This project came to life through my partnership with VIRTUE, ForPeople, and Coca-Cola.…
July 15, 2024
In Communication
“Safari Canvas” Digital Deck of Cards
Client: Flick Solitaire Brief: Design a digital deck of cards inspired by the diverse landscapes of Africa, a topic I am deeply passionate about. Each suit should represent a different category of African landscape. Additionally, develop design elements to enhance the user experience on the…
July 12, 2024
In Communication
Book Cover Design for “The Book Censor’s Library”
Client: Restless Books Brief: Illustrate and design the cover for “The Book Censor’s Library,” including front and back cover illustrations, typography design, and book sleeve for galley and paperback editions. Ensure the design aligns with Restless Books’ brand identity and vision. Solution: I began with…
July 12, 2024
In Communication
Editorial Illustration for Futura Sciences
Client: Futura Sciences (France) Brief: Create a visually stunning half-page spread for Futura Sciences magazine to showcase the arrival of the first Giant telescope in South Africa. Ensure the illustration is accurate and authentic by conducting thorough research. Solution: I conducted in-depth research into the…
July 12, 2024
In Communication
Official Film Poster for “Shimoni”
Client: Inpost Production Brief: Design a compelling and symbolic poster for the Kenyan film “Shimoni” (Swahili for “The Pit”), capturing key moments that reflect its themes and tone. Also, develop additional promotional materials for various media. Solution: I collaborated closely with the director to select…
July 11, 2024
In Communication
Cover Illustrator for “Calpurnia”
Client: Playwrights Canada Press Brief: Design a vibrant cover for the play “Calpurnia” by Audrey Dwyer, effectively representing the tone and imagery of the play, which focuses on race, family relations, and appropriation. Solution: I read the play and consulted with the author to ensure…
August 7, 2023
In Communication
Cover Illustrator for “No Edges”
Client: Tilted Axis Press Brief: Create a visually captivating cover for “No Edges,” the first-ever collection of Swahili fiction in English translation. Solution: I collaborated with the team by reading the anthology and presenting ideas for the cover artwork. Using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Procreate,…
August 7, 2023
In Communication
Dublin InQuirer
Client: Dublin InQuirer Brief: Develop the cover illustration for the Dublin InQuirer, highlighting the inadequacies in late-night bus service in Dublin, which result in many women walking home alone through deserted streets. Solution: I focused on capturing the emotion of a woman walking alone at…
July 20, 2022
In Communication
The New York Times, “You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty”
Client: The New York Times Book Review Brief: Design an editorial illustration for The New York Times Book Review, based on the novel “You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty” by Akwaeke Emenzi. Capture the essence of a young widow stumbling into new…
July 20, 2022
In Communication
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