ABOUT
Hello, I’m Ryland. This is the about me bit. I’m a graphic designer based in Chicago, USA and I have over 9 years of experience. I knew branding was for me when after starting my own brand during college, I found myself shaping the faces of businesses in my community.
History Timeline
Beginning
• Launched multimedia service for graphic design.
• Created my first successful clothing brand.
2017
Learning
• Started BFA for Design at Radford University.
• Helped establish visual identities of businesses.
2019
Accolades
• Launched second brand during my senior exhibition.
• Graduated with honors, received the Service Award.
2022
Career
• Directed multiple faceted advertising campaigns.
• Worked with dozens of brands for content creation.
2024
Present
• Created and oversaw custom apparel designs.
• Actively searching for new opportunities in visual arts.
Now
2017
Island Ryland Begins
• Launched visual arts service; graphic design, photo, and video.
• Created successful promo clothing brand with the same name.
2019
Higher Learning
• Started BFA program for Graphic Design at Radford University.
• Helped establish visual identities of business in my community.
2022
Achievements
• Launched my second brand during my senior show exhibition.
• Graduated with highest honors, received the Service Award.
2024
Professional Career
• Directed and executed multiple faceted advertising campaigns.
• Worked with dozens of brands during creation or further direction.
Now
Latest Works
• Created custom apparel designs that are locally recognized.
• Actively searching for new opportunities involving visual arts.
Since then, I have worked with dozens of brands during either the creation or further management of their visual identity.
Creating visual identities and brands isn’t just my career, it’s an expansion and exploration of my own curiosity. I take pride in translating information that goes beyond aesthetics.