A bit about me
Design, for me, has always been about helping people and making the world a better place. After nearly a decade working as a graphic designer and art director for mission-driven organizations, I found myself burnt out and needing to step back. That pause gave me space to reflect on how I can keep contributing in ways that are both more sustainable for me, and more impactful for the people I design for.
With a lifelong love for interactive design — from the earliest days of coding websites for my Neopets, to my more recent explorations of game dev, AR/XR, and WebGL — shifting my focus now to UX and UI design really feels like coming home. In UX, I see the opportunity to champion accessibility and human-centered design practices that were difficult to implement in my previous roles. I'm still learning and exploring, but excited to see where this path takes me!
Currently I'm learning about accessibility in JavaScript and bringing those best practices to digital games on Board Game Arena. (Case study coming soon!)
Identity
As an Asian New Zealander, queer, and neurodivergent woman, I bring a unique perspective that shapes how I approach design. I notice the details, am always questioning "why?", and care deeply about making sure design works for everyone.
Hobbies
Outside of design, I also enjoy channeling my creativity into drawing, cosplay, and baking. Other things that bring me joy include: being around animals and in nature, playing video/board games, reading, ice skating, and munching on a good crunchy snack :)
What the fox?
I've always felt a connection to foxes, with their playful curiosity but shy caution, their big bushy tail ready to balance, hold, or hide themselves. They share traits with both dogs and cats, but don't quite belong with either, instead existing in that in-between space — something I relate to deeply.
When it came to creating my own brand, incorporating a fox felt necessary. The logo you see distills a fox's head into a simple geometric form that also suggests a heart — a reminder of how I try to move through the world: genuine, empathetic, intuitive, and guided by my values.
My Core Values:
authenticity
compassion
creativity
balance
purpose