MARY MATINING
Graphic Designer II (In-House, Contract), Freelance Graphic Designer
also available for Motion, Web Design
INSIGHT
I didn’t know it then, but the roads led to this...
In my photography class, we had a project where we had to photographs based on a theme and create a project of our own. I decided to do a movie poster. A friend of mine volunteered to be my subject and we proceeded to take some shots. Afterwards, I proceeded to develop the photos, scan it and send to my computer, retouch it, color grade it, added a sans-serif typeface font along with a tagline, used some texture, and vectors normally used for movie posters. It was then presented for the whole class. Originally, I just thought I was creating something for a photography project. Little did I know what I was doing was... well, graphic design.
It is my form of expression, art, and growth.
INSPIRATION
QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
“Everything negative—pressure, challenges, is all an opportunity for me to rise” - Kobe Bryant
“Reinforce the belief in staying true to yourself, valuing authenticity, self-respect, and strength over chasing approval from others. Be unfazed by the superficial or the unreal” -Unknown
MUSIC THERAPY
Currently designing and listening to:
GROW
When you speak, you project yourself into the world. Your words are a reflection of who you are, what you represent, and what you project to the world and to others. It shows your character, not anyone else. Choose wisely.