Grayson’s Portfolio
Christmas Print Design
Date: December 2024
Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator
Project Overview
This illustration was created as a Secret Santa gift and printed on cardboard before being framed. The design features a nativity scene alongside Titus 2:11, celebrating the birth of Christ. The piece was crafted to reflect the significance of the season and serve as a meaningful keepsake.
Now Flowing for All: Worship Area Banner
Date: July 2024
Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator
This banner design was created for a competition at Our Savior Lutheran Church (OSLC), where it won second place and received an official commission for use in their contemporary worship spaces and nonprofit printing.
Design Concept
The artwork features two symbolic elements: a dove and flowing water. These represent the Holy Spirit as the “rivers of living water” (John 7:38) and the dove of God’s mercy (Matthew 3:16). Inspired by the hymn O Boundless Salvation, the design reflects God’s love, Jesus’ redemption, and the Holy Spirit’s transformative power. OSLC requested a custom text adaptation to align with their worship themes, ensuring the banner’s message resonated with their congregation.
Select Poster Designs with the Piper Center
Date: Summer 2024
Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator
Overview
As a Summer Communications and Graphics Specialist at the St. Olaf College Piper Center for Vocation and Career, I designed a series of posters to promote career advising services and networking events. These posters were widely distributed across campus and strategically placed on bulletin boards to maximize visibility. My designs aimed to engage students and effectively communicate key opportunities offered by the Piper Center.
St Olaf College Piper Center Portraits Project
Date: Summer 2024
Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator
Project Overview
As part of a branding refresh for the Piper Center for Vocation and Career, I created digital avatars for the Career Coaches. These illustrations were integrated into various media, including office door tags, bulletin boards, and promotional materials. By adding a personal touch, the avatars help make career coaching more approachable and visually cohesive for students.
Summit Stream Studio
Website and Branding
Date: Fall 2023
Project Scope
This website and logo were designed in collaboration with local music artist Jeenti Dutta as part of the BUS 201 Organizational Storytelling course. Summit Stream Studio offers music production packages tailored for amateur artists new to studio environments.
Key Contributions
- Website design and development
- Logo creation
- Brand identity and slogan
- Copywriting for promotional materials
This project helped establish Summit Stream Studio’s visual identity and online presence, creating a welcoming and professional brand for emerging artists.
Salvation Army Orienteering
Event Design
Date: Summer 2022
Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator
Project Overview
This illustration was created for the Salvation Army Hong Kong and Macau Territory’s orienteering fundraiser on Ma Wan Island. It was featured in city-wide promotional materials, including:
- Posters
- Videos
- Event signage
The design aimed to capture the excitement of the event while aligning with the Salvation Army’s mission, creating an engaging and visually cohesive promotional campaign.
