Portfolio by Joshua Contreras

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PORTFOLIO 2012


“Design can be art, Design can be aesthetics, Design is so simple, that’s why it’s so complicated.”

- Paul Rand


This portfolio contains a selection of my best work that I have developed both at college and at home, put together to

show my skills and also the different subjects that I have approached on graphic design, such as posters, advertising, branding and photography. At this time I have completed a BFA degree in Fine Arts at my University, Stephen F. Austin State University. I have always had a passion for the arts and now it is my time to continue my journey without the guidance of schooling. It’s time for me to go into the real world and utilize my sharpened talents. Through my four years of University I have gone through the fine arts program wtih an emphasis on branding, advertising and other conceptual forms of visual communications. Through the rest of my college carreer I was fortunate enough to also work in 3D installation, ceramics, drawing, painting and digital media. After my University training I was lucky enough to have had the opportunites to intern in Switzerland for three weeks and also work in Iceland for the last two summers both giving me a chance to grow with my design skills and learn a new language.

I see myself in ten years time taking the role of an Artistic Director for a creative company. At this time, I realize I have to

work my way up to that position, however this is something I am ready to do. I’m young and have a zest for life with an unstoppable drive that will continue to work for this goal no matter what the obstacles are. With your help, I could be a beneficiary tool to your company which I have found intriguing and stimulating. Please have a look through my portfolio and let me know what you think.

Kind regards,


PHOTOGRAPHY


During my final year at Stephen F. Austin I was able to experiment in photography and become infatuated with it.

My favorite photoshoots that came out of that year were my self portraits and the shoots I did with my model Sarah Flatt for the Reykjavik Fashion poster and the Ljosheimar retail advert. Once I graduated, I celebrated my compeltion of school with a trip to Oslo, Norway. After that I continued the rest of my travels through Scandinavia and spent two summers working and designing, which is where my photography from this gorgeous country come from.


Seyรฐisfjรถrรฐur, Icleand. Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



Oslo, Norway Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



Sentralstasjon Oslo Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



Mývatn, Iceland Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



ReykjavĂ­k, Iceland Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



Mývatn, Iceland Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



ReykjavĂ­k Pride, Iceland Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



ReykjavĂ­k, Iceland Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



Operahuset, Oslo Adobe Lightroom 2 2010



ADVERTISING & PRINT



Retail Advert (Everything for women) Adobe Lightroom 2 & InDesign 2010



Sportswear Advert (66 north) Adobe Lightroom 2 & InDesign 2010



Travel Advert Adobe Lightroom 2 & InDesign 2011


Make Gistiheimilid Eyvindará your destination this summer with the beauty of East Iceland around our lovely, charming guesthouse. At Eyvindará we will make sure you feel at home and are taken care of by our friendly staff. Go on a hiking trail, visit the beautiful falls of the East, or have a delicious dinner prepared by our chef in the guest house dining hall. With so much to do, on so little time, you´d wish you´d stayed longer. For bookings, please reserve on eyvindara.is



However, don’t forget our classic rooms in the upstairs farmhouse. Book now at eyvindara.is

Each deluxe room comes with private facilities and a beautiful view.

Come join us.

Beautiful log cabin-like rooms will keep you warm at night.

Travel Booklet Adobe Lightroom 2 & InDesign 2011


Travel Tour Booklet Adobe Lightroom 2 & InDesign 2011



March of Dimes Tee shirt design InDesign 2009



Class Project (IFA poster) Illustrator 2008


INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL FOR THE The creation of works of art is the creation of the world. - Wassily Kravinsky


Class Project (Fashion poster) Illustrator 2010


REYKJAVIK FASHION NIGHT OUT Come out and explore Iceland’s best designers in the fashion world and be a part of the Scandinavian culture everyone is talking about. Hosted at the NASA event center and sponsored by N1, Hummel and Vodafone.

www.reykjavikfashionweek.is


Various Logos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Adhoc Advertising Club Little Texans Pediatrics Agave Dive Bar Eyvindarรก Guesthouse Theatre Production Ad Personal logo design Island Pro Travel (tour) Farmers Market shop


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Internship in Switzerland Logo design Illustrator 2009



Farmer’ Market Identity Design Illustrator & Photoshop 2009


Corporate Identity, Farmers Market


Posters for School of Drama London, U.K. Illustrator 2010


Smart. Beautiful. Anny.

It’s Anny time!

Because I’m worth it. Find your Anny coming to a location near you 05.10.2011. All properties and details belonging to Rose Bruford Inc. 0798 210KM293

Find your Anny coming to a location near you 05.10.2011. All properties and details belonging to Rose Bruford Inc. 0798 210KM293

Find your Anny coming to a location near you 05.10.2011. All properties and details belonging to Rose Bruford Inc. 0798 210KM293


Brochure for Guesthouse Eyvindarรก Illustrator 2011



Thank you very much for your time and I hope to hear from you again soon.


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