Showcase Profiles and Portfolios 2023

My passion for design arises from my passion for art. After spending years honing my artistry, I migrated towards design. During my years at IIE Vega, I’ve acquired many skills, across many platforms and mediums. With these skills, I continue to better my craft. If you ask “What makes you unique?,” I would to say observation skills and extensive knowledge of the world around us.

I aim to bring a sense of unique personality to brands I create, crafting dynamic and energetic projects that exude distinct character and vibrancy. I believe in the power of illustrations to breathe life into brands, creating unique assets that set them apart. Whether it’s through organic, free-flowing shapes that I incorporate or meticulous attention to detail, my goal is to empower brands with illustrated excellence.

My strength has always been communication, which made graphic design the perfect fit for me. I am a dedicated individual with a passion for illustration and branding. My designs strive to help connect people through clear visual communication and impactful design solutions across multiple channels. I help others face challenges in their current realities by contrasting it with my own creative world to bring them on an exhilarating, aesthetically pleasing design journey.

Hi, I’m Buhlebemvelo, commonly known as Bemvelo! I’m a passionate Photographer, Graphic Designer, and Content Creator from Cape Town, South Africa, with a profound commitment to creativity. Through my designs, I blend minimalism and vibrant colour to formulate pixels that best ignite concepts, and add a modern-vintage aesthetic to my photography, making my creative expression lively while executing visual solutions.

Hey there! I'm Chris, a graphic designer fuelled by passion and creativity. I specialise in branding, advertising, and motion graphics, transforming blank spaces into something beautiful and effective. I find design inspiration in unconventional places, crafting unique and impactful visual stories. Working seamlessly with others, I bring innovative ideas to life, making every project a captivating journey of creativity and collaboration.

Hey there, I'm Courtney, a spirited graphic designer on the brink of conquering my last year at IIE Vega Cape Town. I'm all about injecting creativity into everything I touch. Whether it's designing packaging that pops, capturing moments through photography, or crafting magic in Illustrator, I thrive on pushing creative boundaries. Join me on this exhilarating journey where every design tells a vibrant story!

I am a dynamic and innovative creative collaborator, stretching beyond the bounds of creative expression. As a graphic designer, I use my skills and services to visually bring concepts to life, with a design process driven by a strong work ethic, professionalism, and reliability. As a creative, my goal is to reach out through design, art, and music to connect with people.

As a passionate and driven graphic designer, I believe that design is a product of both imagination & reality. My mission is to create visually captivating and inspiring designs that challenge traditional thinking. I am committed to crafting impactful brand visuals that resonate with audiences and foster unity among people from all backgrounds. I own a business, Celestian Apparel, a psychedelic-branded t-shirt brand with vibrant designs.

I am Dhishana Bhikha, a IIE Vega graduate in Graphic Design, with a strong sense of identity and passion for digital, fine arts, and music. My purpose-driven approach focuses on creating visually appealing and inspiring content. My skills encompass the Adobe Creative Suite, excelling in packaging, branding, fine art, and social media creation, that aims to produce captivating and moving content.

I am a graphic designer who is a bit of a creative perfectionist. I have an eye for detail but also love to be playful with my work, infusing a bit of whimsical fun into every design I create. I have a passion for branding, packaging, and illustrated typography in specific designs, and a mission to ensure I always design with purpose.

Hello! My name is Gabriella, I am a 21-year-old Graphic Designer, passionate about photography and branding, but my interests do not stop there. I find inspiration in nature's beauty, capturing it through my lens and translating it into visually captivating designs. I specialise in the use of negative space to craft impactful visuals, breathing life into every project I undertake.

Hi! I'm Imaan Hoosen, a passionate graphic designer dedicated to bringing concepts to life through captivating design. I approach every project with meticulous care, attention to detail and I am eager to adapt to any given situation. I believe that self-expression and collaboration is key and I am trustworthy, determined, communicative and compassionate when it comes to working with others.

Hello, I'm Isabella, but you can call me Billie. I'm a passionate graphic designer about to graduate from IIE Vega Cape Town. My expertise lies in crafting captivating packaging designs and versatile brand identities, blending aesthetics with practicality. I believe packaging should be visually appealing and user-friendly. I enjoy infusing fun and ease into my designs. I excel in photography and enhancing my creative versatility. My goal is to collaborate with diverse brands and designers, exploring new creative realms.

My name is Jennifer, born and raised Cape Town South Africa. I am a graduate of IIE Vega, where for the past three years I studied Graphic Design, working with a variety of brands. These experiences allowed me to gain valuable insight, into problems that I will encounter in the field. Brands that I have worked with are: Momentum, Zafanzone, MMID, Creative Conscience, TEDX and Babylonstoren.

My proficiency in mixed media illustration is a core strength that resonates with employers seeking versatile designers. Graphic design often demands the seamless integration of various artistic techniques and mediums to produce captivating visuals. Whether it's blending digital and traditional elements or experimenting with tactile materials, my ability to navigate this creative spectrum ensures I can adapt to a wide array of design projects.

I’m Julia, a Cape Town-based graphic designer. My mission is to make the world more beautiful, one design at a time. With a keen eye for detail and expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, branding, print and digital media, and UI/UX design, I create compelling designs that enhance project messages. Collaboration, creativity, and excellence drive me to exceed expectations. Let’s bring your visions to life together!

I am a graphic designer that enjoys the simple aspects of the design world. My style of design highlights the little things in the process of creating executions that showcase a bigger picture. This fondness towards the little details shows my caring nature as I invest of myself in my design executions. With a strong work ethic and minimalist design style, I aim to produce inspiring work.

I'm Keren Barrows, a Graphic Design student at IIE Vega School in my final year. Eager to apply my skills and grow, my experience involves creating brand identities and logos for various clients. Illustration is my true passion, offering a creative avenue to constantly improve by staying updated on new trends. This commitment allows me to bring valuable insights to the organizations I collaborate with.

My name is Kiav Mitoo. I'm a fashion designer and artist with a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. At just 20 years old I have worked with 3 of South Africa's leading brands in various forms of work. I am a hard-working creative that loves to be involved across all forms of creative work.

My name is Kirstey-Anne Wernich, and I am a graphic designer looking to indulge in what I love. I believe in building authentic relationships and working alongside others to create something impactful. I am hard working and always willing to put in the effort to create something I am proud of. So let’s get in touch!

I am a creative individual with a love for anything dreamlike and whimsical. A minimalist with a love for colour and a soft design style, I apply a sense of whimsy to my work. I am a creative communication designer with a key interest in branding and marketing. The conceptualising of ideas coupled with research is where I truly shine in the overall communication process.

Hi, I am Lee-Ann the founder of CAYS. I am a creative thinker who loves bringing your ideas to life. I am a designer with a keen eye for aesthetics, a passion for crafting visually stunning designs, and detail-oriented. I am a graphic designer who combines a deep understanding of design principles, and a knack for creative problem-solving to deliver exceptional visual solutions that leave a lasting impact. It is my firm belief that natural beauty is the most important aspect of everything.

I am a creative and loud designer. I love to put people’s ideas into designs. I aspire to be different and a loud designer and I definitely try to make it happen in clients' work and designs. My passion is social media, it is area that I would like to see myself grow in.

I'm a passionate creative with a unique blend of skills and interests. With a very unique background in both Animal Science and Graphic Design, I bring a diverse perspective to the world of creativity and storytelling. This fusion of disciplines has enhanced my storytelling abilities, enabling me to convey complex ideas in visually engaging ways. Creativity to me means communicating complex ideas in simpler ways.

Just as a lens shapes perspectives, my design philosophy revolves around the power of perception. I strive to tell compelling stories, evoke emotions, and strike an impact through design. Navigating the ever-evolving design landscape, I'm committed to expanding my creative horizons, exploring new techniques, and evolving alongside the industry. The journey is ongoing, and each new project is a chance to capture something extraordinary.

Hi! I'm Raven, a graphic designer with a passion for crafting visually captivating designs that spark curiosity and emotions. I approach every project with a meticulous eye for detail and a mind that's always searching for deeper connections. My strategic and creative approach is fuelled by a drive to deliver exceptional designs that leave a lasting impression.Whether it's creating a logo that captures the essence of a brand or designing a campaign that inspires action, I'm always looking for ways to use my skills to make a difference.

Hi I’m Roxy, I am a positive, kind and caring young woman who always gives my all in whatever I am doing. My degree is something I am very passionate about and love being able to direct my creativity into my work. I would consider myself a colourful person who pays attention to all the details, both in life and in my designs.

I'm Samantha Gottschalk, a third-year Graphic Design student at IIE Vega. With a profound passion for Graphic Design and a strong yearning for opportunities to apply my skills, I eagerly embrace collaborative team endeavours and also excel in solo projects. My unwavering commitment to each project drives me to invest 100% effort, ensuring the delivery of exceptional results.

I'm Sam a passionate and hardworking designer, I thrive on solving creative challenges. With a deep love for innovative design and visuals, I'm dedicated to crafting unique and impactful solutions. My journey is a testament to the fusion of creativity and problem-solving, making each project an exciting adventure.

I’m a graphic designer that is invested in the creative expression of design. I am a versatile designer and an artistic, out-of-the-box creative, having my passions and my focus aligned in art. Incorporating my original and diverse art style into my design executions. Personally, I favour authentic hand-drawn/crafted work as it brings an even more personal touch. I invest of myself to create expansive and expressive designs.

I'm a graphic designer with a strategic edge, crafting visual stories that leave a lasting impression. What sets me apart is my dual expertise in design and strategy—I don't just make things look good, I make them work strategically. Every design element I create has a purpose, aligning with goals like boosting brand recognition, increasing sales, or telling compelling stories. I'm not just creating art; I'm crafting solutions that make a difference.

My website is a place for me to showcase my skills and find opportunities in the design field

Hi there! My name is Zoe Duffield. I am a young graphic designer who is passionate about outdoor photography. I love capturing wild life and its natural beauty. I draw a lot of my inspiration through my photography which often reflects back into my illustration designs. I am an eager learner who is always open to experimenting with new mediums.