I Love Furikake and Graphic Design : :

I was born and raised in Southern California, and when I was in elementary school, my mom packed bento lunches for me – something pretty uncommon in the early 1980s. My classmates would stare curiously at my sticky rice topped with tiny, colorful specks. Those specks were furikake, a Japanese seasoning made from seaweed and fish flakes.

I remember proudly using my chopsticks and savoring the rice with furikake like it was the most flavorful food in the world – and to me, it was. Eventually, I convinced one friend to try it, then another. They loved it and even wanted to use my chopsticks.

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That experience stuck with me. It’s the same spirit I bring to graphic design – sharing something I love in a way that makes others appreciate it too. I enjoy using creativity and thoughtful design to enhance products, branding, and marketing materials, helping every project look and feel its best.

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With more than 25 years of experience, I’m still as excited about design as when I started. I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of businesses – from a marketing and advertising agency to a product design company, a family-owned winery, and a community bank. I value the diversity of projects and the relationships built along
the way.

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I’ve lived in Davis, California, for more than two decades and love being part of this small-town, college community.

Please take a look at my résumé to learn more about my work – and feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect and sprinkle some creativity together.
 

- Aileen

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