Logo & Poster Design

Created an Original logo for the centennial year anniversary of the Glascock Intercollegiate Poetry Competition
Drawn in Procreate and laid out in Illustrator
The laurel wreath is inspired by the long lasting Laurel Parade tradition
The Laurel Parade at Mount Holyoke College is held annually for the graduating class

Logo Creation Process

Restored archived photos in Photoshop to remove blurs and finger prints
Created posters in Canva with archived photos for the Glascock Intercollegiate Poetry Competition
Graphic Design Internship September 2022 - March 2023

This poster celebrates Nyema Clark the founder of Nurturing Roots a black led urban farm in Seattle, WA
Inspired by the Celebrate Peoples History Poster Series (Justseeds organization)
Made with Procreate, Illustrator, a Laser Cutter, and a Printing Press

Ciera LeCiel, Nurturing Roots, Laser Cut Wood Print on Paper, 10 X 15 Inches, 2023

Ciera LeCiel, Family, Linocut on Paper, 7.5 X 9 Inches, 2023

This piece is a conversation about the Transatlantic Slave Trade and the Ashanti People of West Africa. The piece depicts Adinkra Symbols printed on cloth hanging to dry (a traditional practice)
Dark blue and red are colors Ashanti people wear to funerals

Ciera LeCiel, Untitled, Linocut on Paper, 9 X 12 Inches, 2023

Ciera LeCiel, Valentine's Day, Linocut on Paper, 4 X 4 Inches, 2023

Volta Region, Ghana

Accra, Ghana

Edinburg, Scoutland

Mole National Park, Ghana

Cape Coast Slave Castle, Ghana

Blake Island - Mt Rainer, WA

Okwui Okpokwasili keynote address and luncheon at Mount Holyoke College
Okwui Okpokwasili was invited for The Leading Women in the Arts series, a collaboration between the Weissman Center for Leadership and the InterArts Council

Dr. Tatum (Mount Holyoke College Interim President ) and guest speaker Okwui Okpokwasili

Mount Holyoke College Dance Professors and guest speaker Okwui Okpokwasili

Okwui Okpokwasili receiving a gift from a student

I was the Production Designer, Prop Designer, and part of the Casting Team
Designed and executed a set for a Mount Holyoke student film, demonstrating a strong understanding of visual storytelling and effective collaboration with directors and our production team
Procured and managed props and materials, utilizing creative solutions to stay within a tight budget, while still achieving the desired aesthetic
I showcased my ability to effectively source and design props, ensuring they aligned with the overall vision of the production and contributed to the immersive experience for the audience.