Decorative gift bag with colorful medal and ribbon prints, with a hand placing tissue paper into it.
Colorful illustration of a tiki bar with two tiki masks, tropical leaves, a coconut drink with a straw, a flower, and the words 'TIKI BAR' in bold red letters.
Sign promoting food scraps recycling with animated food characters around a green trash bin, mentioning food scraps belong in the green bin in Santa Monica.

Hi there! I’m Michaela.

I’m a graphic designer and illustrator from sunny Southern California. I’m all about bright colors, playful vibes, and clever puns that spark joy. I’m also passionate about sustainability and completely obsessed with all things gardening (even though I don’t garden... yet!).

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Five pieces of fabric with floral patterns, including red, white, and green colors.
A white kitchen towel with an illustration of a knife, fork, and two slices of bread, and the text "Pence for your thoughts" written on it. Surrounding the towel are slices of lemon, cucumber, and a sprig of greenery.
Stylized illustration of a pink vase with white squiggle patterns holding a bouquet of red flowers with green leaves against a yellow background and a blue-green grid-patterned surface.
A sticker with a dark purple shield that has green flames, black horns, and green tentacles surrounding it. The shield has the text 'In My Villain Era' in purple gothic font, with an apple at the bottom center.
A packet of flower plant food labeled 'Genevieve Vaughn Flower Power Boost!' with colorful floral design, placed on a multicolored background with pink, green, and yellow walls.
Green background with black and white text that says 'I want to SEE MORE art!' and a white arrow indicating movement or direction.

What I Do

Pattern featuring colorful melting ice cream popsicles on a light background, with different patterns at the bottom including pink plaid and pink with ice cream drops designs, and a logo that says "Grant Your Wish Studio" with a green leaf.

Surface Design

I design patterns for a variety of products, such as kitchen textiles, fabrics, children's items, and stationery. If you're interested in licensing one of my designs, feel free to reach out—I’d love to chat!

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A woman in a blue overalls holding a box of fresh vegetables and pumpkins, with the word "YIELD" written across her overalls.

Illustration

I create whimsical illustrations that bring stories to life and translate seamlessly into charming products. From storytelling to design, my work sparks joy and imagination. Let’s create something magical together!

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Flyer for the 19th Street Farm and Wellness Center event in Santa Monica, listing dates, times, location, and QR codes for information in English and Spanish.

I design bold and engaging graphics for branding, marketing, and environmental education materials. If you’re looking for a creative collaborator to bring your vision to life, feel free to reach out—I’d love to chat!

Graphic Design

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Illustrator & Graphic Designer

I love illustrating children's books, surface patterns, and creating unique graphic designs for any occasion. I would be thrilled to collaborate with you or discuss opportunities to license my artwork. Let’s connect and explore the possibilities!

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A young woman with braids and glasses smiling with arms crossed, wearing a black blazer and a red top, standing against a plain off-white wall.

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