Graphic Designer | Illustrator | Creative Strategist
Helping mission-driven brands, artists, and nonprofits stand out through bold design and meaningful storytelling.
Aloha, I’m Michelle — a multidisciplinary designer & illustrator based on Maui.
With 20 years of experience in branding, illustration, and creative strategy, I help bold, mission-driven projects come to life.
From Amsterdam to Maui, I’ve worked across publishing, sustainability, education, and the arts — building visual identities, reimagining websites, designing packaging, and telling stories that matter.
I’ve served as an art director, a nonprofit grant writer, a gallery owner, and a muralist. Whether I’m designing a children’s book, building a brand from scratch, or illustrating your wildest idea — I’m all in.
Let’s make something meaningful together.
All Kine Services.
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Brand Identity & Design
Logo design, visual systems, typography, and packaging — I help you express who you are in a way people remember.
✅ Logos & brand guides
✅ Sustainable packaging design
✅ Apparel & merchandise
✅ Print collateral (cards, flyers, posters) -
Illustration & Layout
Custom illustration for books, marketing, or digital content. I also specialize in editorial layout and print design.
✅ Children’s book illustration
✅ Editorial & magazine layout
✅ Digital illustration & custom artwork
✅ Event posters & zines -
Web Design & Content
Simple, beautiful websites that feel like you — with design and strategy built in.
✅ Squarespace web design
✅ Page layout, content flow & graphics
✅ Social media & storytelling support
✅ Brand-aligned digital presence
Selected Works
Here’s a quick look at what I’ve been creating. View full portfolio here.
Social Life
Let’s Work Together
Looking for bold, meaningful design with purpose? I’d love to hear from you. Whether you need branding, illustration, or creative strategy, I bring 20 years of experience and a collaborative approach to every project.