Fine Artist, Graphic Designer, Photographer, Ramen-lover.
Born in Colorado and raised with a touch of Japanese and Hawaiian culture, Miya graduated from John F. Kennedy High School and received a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design from the University of Northern Colorado (2010).
Alongside working as a freelance graphic designer, she pursues the fine arts of illustration, photography, and printmaking and loves all things cute, colorful, and weird. Miya's greatest inspiration is Hayao Miyazaki, who's beautifully painted landscapes paired with the moving music of Joe Hisaishi instilled a deep appreciation and respect for nature.
Miya's other passions are hula dancing, learning the Northern Long Fist style of kung fu, and eating. Any free time she has is dedicated to her best buddy and dog, Hin (Heen) who enjoys long walks and biting socks.
Education & Awards
University of Northern Colorado 2010
Graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Art & Design: Visual Communications Graphic Design
Courses: Graphic Design, Typography, Corporate I.D., Publications
Awards: AIGA The Review: Portfolio Review - 2nd Place for Best Portfolio 2010
Design Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer - Designed logos, business cards, wedding invitations, and holiday/greeting cards as well as developed and designed corporate identities for several local businesses and clients.
2010-2017 Interned/Freelanced for Sugarink Design, a small company that provided custom design for wedding invitations, logos, business cards, and more.
2010 - Interned at Cornerstone Group that specialized in print advertising for telecommunication companies
2010 - UNC University Program Council Design Internship - Worked on a team of student program coordinators and designed posters and fliers to promote on-campus student events and seminars. Fun fact: If you ever visit UNC, she designed and help paint the mural of the UNC bear mascot near the University Center building.
