HARTFORD ART SCHOOL
Julia was born and raised in Connecticut, and is currently a third year student with a major in Visual Communication Design and double minoring in marketing and art history. While pursuing a bachelor in fine arts, Julia is a senior residential assistant on campus for a first year living area. She also has assisted in founding Hartford Art School’s first VCD club “.JPEG” creating a community studio space for peers interested in graphic design to work together in a stress-free environment.
WHO IS SOMEONE YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR FIELD? EITHER TODAY OR HISTORICALLY?
Someone that I currently look up to in my field is Elliot Ulm, a graphic designer that mainly shares his work on Instagram and YouTube. He isn’t afraid to explore and be experimental with graphic design. He steps out of his comfort zone by doing self-initiated challenges such as designing a hundred posters in a hundred minutes or designing a logo in unconventional programs such as a creative Minecraft world.
WHAT ARE YOU READING, LISTENING TO, WATCHING (BOOKS, MOVIES, TV, SOCIAL MEDIA, MUSIC)?
I am currently reading the Jujutsu Kaisen manga and watching the anime. My Spotify wrapped listed The Beach Boys, Laufey, Doja Cat, Nirvana and Johnny Cash. I enjoy scrolling and occasionally posting on Instagram and TikTok.
DO YOU CURRENTLY, OR DO YOU PLAN TO, DESIGN FOR ANY CAUSES OR CHARITIES?
Recently, I have created infographics demonstrating the different levels of the air quality; currently not working for any causes or charities, but would love the opportunity to work directly.
DO YOU FEEL THAT DESIGN SCHOOL HAS PREPARED YOU TO SEARCH FOR AND FIND A JOB?
I have been able to develop a portfolio and use the tools to create a website, personal branding, and material to have a consistent social media presence. I can represent myself in the best way when searching for a position.
