Currently working as a independent graphic designer. My work is based on an exploratory approach to design. I enjoy connecting various disciplines, such as screen and print design, photography, creative coding, 3D design, motion graphics, film and illustration. Collaborative practice with other creatives is an integral part of my work as I believe in the power of connecting disciplines, people and opinions.

Environmental and social responsibility is an integral part of my personal and professional life, drawing me to clients and projects that prioritise sustainability and social awareness. In my practice, it's important to me to create solutions that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also sustainable and promote values for a positive future.

Involvement in sub(cultural) projects is equally essential to my practice. I see these initiatives as spaces for self-expression, providing a counterbalance and platform for alternative perspectives.

Awards / Nominations / Exhibtions / Residencies

2024, AGI OPEN 2024 / Museum Tinguely: Exhibition: unleashed. Newly Revealed: Early Explorations of Interactive Media in Visual Communication, Basel, Switzerland

2024, NEXA Design Sustainability Award

2024, Sitter-Ciné, Screening, Stiftung Sitterwerk St. Gallen, Switzerland
2024, Studio residency, Stiftung Sitterwerk St. Gallen, Switzerland
2023, Next Generation HGK Basel: Graduation Show, Basel Switzerland

2018, Tirolissimo: Best Poster, Nomination, Innsbruck Austria

2018, Estudio Nómada Barcelona, Studio residency, Barcelona Spain
2016, Best of HTL Exhibition, WEI SRAUM Innsbruck, Austria

2015, Tirolissimo Junior Award, Nomination, Innsbruck Austria

Education
2023, MA Visual Communication and Iconic Research, Basel Academy for Art and Design, HGK FHNW, Basel Switzerland
2021, BA Art History, Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck, Innsbruck Ausria
2016, Diplom Graphic and Communication Design, HTL Bau Informatik Design, Innsbruck Austria

Graphic Design / Multidisciplinary Design
Currently working as a independent designer.

Connecting disciplines such as
screen and print design, photography,
creative coding, 3D design,
motion graphics, film and illustration.

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