Maria has an enthusiasm for design as a medium for simplifying communications, inspiring action and evoking passion. Her theory rests on the belief that design has the power to turn an idea into a visceral experience. When the idea becomes more powerful in the viewers mind, it can be more effective in getting the message across.

Maria is an award winning designer who has been art directing teams and creating graphics for over ten years. She has designed and consulted for a variety of clients including American Express, Gap Inc., Banana Republic, Mattel, Warner Bros. Inc., DreamWorks., Genentech, Oracle and Wells Fargo. Maria takes pleasure in solving complex riddles with her artistic talent, professional discipline and sense of humor.

Maria has designed external and internal employeer brands, identity and collateral systems, publication design, advertising campaigns, web-site interfaces, direct marketing, and career and learning tools. Maria's design expertise includes maintaining the integrity of each brand's look and feel while advancing design.

Maria maintains an intellectual curiosity and a passion for life-long learning and experimentation as part of her everyday life. She is also a dedicated athlete and a practitioner of the creative habit.

Maria lives in Rockridge with her husband and their lovely cat Biscuit.