About me

I’ve always been drawn to visual storytelling — from the moment I taught myself to draw as a child, I knew I’d work in a creative field.

I studied Graphic Design and Advertising at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna. Since then, I’ve worked as an art director in advertising agencies and publishing houses, developing campaigns, brand identities, and print products for national and international clients. Over the years, I’ve also built long-term relationships with my own clients as a freelance designer.

After moving to Zurich, I expanded my focus to User Interface and User Experience Design. Today, I combine my background in visual communication with modern digital product thinking – crafting intuitive interfaces that are both functional and aesthetically refined.

What drives me across all fields – design, illustration, or painting – is the same: a clear idea, emotional depth, and attention to detail. Whether I’m designing a digital product, illustrating a book, or painting on canvas, I always aim to create something meaningful and human.

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