Leah’s Portfolio
For this project, I reimagined the cover of “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr with a focus on texture, light, and perception. Inspired by the novel’s themes of blindness, war, and human connection, I designed a cover that subtly plays with light and shadow to reflect the characters’ experiences. The end pages feature the powerful quote, “Open your eyes and see what you can with them before they close forever,” translated into braille—inviting readers to engage with the story in a more tactile, meaningful way. My design aimed to capture the emotional depth of the book while honoring its message of resilience and hope.
For this data visualization project, I designed a campaign called Uncover Your Worth under the JED Foundation’s brand, following their guidelines to support their mission of enhancing teen and young adult mental health. Guided by the question, How might we enable teens and young adults to recognize their self-worth and build confidence?, I created a social media post featuring graphs that show the correlation between social media use, suicide rates, and confidence boosting activities. The goal was to present this data in a way that informs, empowers, and encourages positive self-worth.
For this project, I designed a magazine aimed at young girls who are passionate about volleyball and want to grow their skills on and off the court. The magazine features training tips, gear recommendations, advice from coaches, and encouragement to build confidence through the sport. As a volleyball player and coach for a local middle and high school team, I chose this topic to combine my love for design with my personal
experience in the sport. My goal was to create something fun, informative, and empowering for the next generation of athletes.
This project involved creating our own brand for a food product. I designed Grammy’s Sunday Spread, A warm and comforting jam brand inspired by my grandmother and the memories we shared baking together. I focused on creating a visual identity that felt personal and nostalgic, using her actual handwriting to design the logotype and incorporating soft colors, cozy textures, and homemade touches throughout the packaging. The goal was to evoke the feeling of being in her kitchen—safe, loved, and cared for. Every design choice was made to reflect the heart behind the brand: family, faith, and the simple joy of sharing something sweet.
