I grew up in Portugal, where rooftops and tile patterns felt like quiet exchanges with the world. Art was how I responded. Over time, design became my language, where structure meets self-expression, and every project is a dialogue. At the Academy of Art University, I’ve refined that voice. For me, design isn’t just about visuals—it’s about connection, meaning, and communication. Ultimately, design is always a conversation.

— Rita Lopes, Graphic Designer