Equal by Design

Equal by Design is a book I published in 2022. Starting as a thesis project, the book celebrates African American and Black designers throughout history as well as those who are currently working in the field. My goal is to not only change perceptions, but also reveal how Black designers have made important contributions to the industry. In reading Equal by Design, I hope students, teachers, and parents can use this book as a resource. It’s meant to spark curiosity among Black youth and inspire future designers to pursue their passion.

In 2017, the project won the Mosaic Award for Student Multicultural Advertising Campaign from the American Advertising Federation. In 2019, I was awarded a grant from the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis to complete the project as a published book.
The book highlights three sections: influential designers in design history, diverse fields of design, and a resource list for design aspiring designers. I interviewed remarkable designers and conducted extensive research on design history. Below are spreads of the 8.5x11in book.
I've the opportunity to share my journey with Equal by Design in St. Louis, New Orleans and over video calls. Below are a few photos from the in-person events. 
2023: Presenting Equal by Design for STL Design Week
2023: Presenting Equal by Design for STL Design Week
2023: Presenting Equal by Design for STL Design Week
2023: Presenting Equal by Design for STL Design Week
2017: Accepting the the Mosaic Award for Equal by Design
2017: Accepting the the Mosaic Award for Equal by Design
2017: Giving my acceptance speech for the Mosaic Award
2017: Giving my acceptance speech for the Mosaic Award
2017: The Mosaic Award
2017: The Mosaic Award
2016: Presenting Equal by Design to high school students at a St. Louis school.
2016: Presenting Equal by Design to high school students at a St. Louis school.
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