Bio
Born in Clifton, New Jersey, and raised by Colombian immigrant parents, Stephanie is a first-generation graphic design student. Starting her artistic journey the day she learned to draw, then attended the Passaic County Technical Institute, majoring in Graphic Design for four years, and continued her studies at NJCU. Although she started with a passion for watercolor, pencil drawings, and acrylic paints, she discovered the possibility and world of Graphic Design, admiring the process and endless possibilities. Stephanie is led by her passion to step out of her comfort zone and display her designs in different environments, alongside clean, loud, and grunge aesthetics.
Artist Statement
From the beginning of my watercolor, acrylic, and pencil drawings, to my now digital art and designs, I have always revolved my work around an empty, rectangular space. My work revolves around Graphic design and is made into media such as posters, 3D objects, and digital works. With influences as diverse as Jenny Holzer and Frida Kahlo, I strive to present my artworks outside of traditional art spaces to make it more accessible and get people thinking, even if it is for a second. Aswell has to make intimate artworks that resonate with me and are detailed and loud like Frida Kahlo's paintings. My artworks, as of now, are presented as precise and clean, simple designs with lots of vibrant colors and interesting imagery. When given the task to fill an empty space, it excites me to see in which way I could represent an idea, product, or message. To move imagery and colors to present something in a beautiful, creative way for people to absorb, encourages me to create, to be able to create an image or even make a person think of something they haven't thought of before is the goal. My creative process is rooted in experimentation and creativity. I am exploring new techniques, whether it's through typography, illustrations, or layout design. I do tend to create multiple different versions of the same work, not being fulfilled or completely convinced with just one. Therefore, I like using my works as a pattern or even a theme to produce multiple works. I would like my audience to be taken to a new world or aesthetic for every one of my works, I want them to be thought-provoked and appreciate the everyday art they might miss. With a digital and visually driven world, I try to create things that won't get lost in the everyday buzz.
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