desmond reeves

I would give anything to see through the eyes of my youth one more time. From an early age, I began developing creative thinking strategies by expanding my imagination and believing in the impossible. As I've grown, I've noted the benefits of being imaginative at an age where thinking practically is encouraged.

My work showcases an ensemble of emotionally profound digital media. Whether it’s through detail, color palette, perspective, or premise, my design process typically stems from a psychological motivation (i.e. nostalgia, grief, empowerment). Understanding this about me is important because I aim to instill relatable elements. Regardless of quality or depth, my content is meant to be engaged on an emotional plane.

This drive helped me realize my sentimentality and appreciation for my childhood. Watching cartoons encouraged me to craft characters, build communities, devise storylines, and so forth; I enjoy bringing life to ideas and concepts. My portfolio consists of numerous character designs, universal stories, and diverse portraits. I also exercise these extremes with alternative practices catering to the business front: branding (i.e. logo design, packaging design), literature, and web design. 

I'm young at heart, and that continually fuels my passion for design. Growing older makes us wiser, but doesn't necessarily make us any less of a child. My work can revive those wide-eyed moments in our youth, and commemorate the simple delights of our adolescence.