Illustrative Work
Illustrative Work
Due to my Japanese background, I am largely inspired by the culture and traditions and often incorporate these into my illustrations.
Below are some of my previous works, both commissioned by others and for personal use.
All work is drawn and coloured digitally using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or Procreate.
Due to my Japanese background, I am largely inspired by the culture and traditions and often incorporate these into my illustrations.
Below are some of my previous works, both commissioned by others and for personal use.
All work is drawn and coloured digitally using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or Procreate.
Yamamori Restaurant Projects &
Social Media Management
Working with Yamamori, a family-owned Japanese restaurant in Dublin with three branches, my creative projects have spanned a wide range: a strong focus on creating and editing print-ready menus, conceptualising takeaway packaging and label designs mirroring the company's existing brand style and developing social media content (while managing the day-to-day runnings of its social media accounts).
Yamamori Menus
2018 - current
As the company's graphic designer, I am responsible for liaising with the head chefs, bar managers, stock procurement and general managers to produce high-quality menus ready for production. I am required to make frequent updates with changing seasonal dishes and, occasionally, a full re-design of all menus to keep things "new and fresh".
Some examples of past and current Yamamori menus I have designed:
(Photos by Thais Christina)
The above design reflects the company's minimal palette.
Yamamori Social Media Management & Content Creator
2020 - current
As part of the social media management team, I am responsible for the day-to-day management of the company's social media accounts - corresponding with customers, answering any questions and interacting with the general public.
I am also responsible for producing content in the form of "Stories" every day to promote the brand's image in creative ways. In the past, content has included special advertisements, discount offers, polls and competitions.
Some examples of past content:
Yamamori Takeaway Labels
March 2020
Working closely with the head drinks manager, I was responsible for conceptualising labels for takeaway cocktail jars established at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. The labels would either serve as a seal across the top of the jar or provide key information (instructions, ingredients, etc) as well as provide space for the bar tender to stamp a use-by date on the back. The design mirrors the company's pre-existing brand style.
