Online Student Showcase 2025

I’m Andiswa Dladla, a purposeful storyteller shaped by my journey in personal growth. My relationship with my hair has been a deeply personal part of this journey to reconnecting with myself and my roots, deepening my sense of identity and pride. This relationship reflects in my work, which celebrates culture, and individuality. Inspired by those who came before me, I create with authenticity and curiosity. I’m drawn to bold, expressive visuals that tell honest stories and to make people feel seen and connected.

Hi! I'm Celeste Marie, a 3rd year Communication Design undergrad who is passionate about creating work that connects people and purpose. Guided by my faith and values - I craft to show empathy, nature and sustainability through illustration and photography. I believe that design can change the world, one art board at a time.

A bit about me: I believe in doing things right the first time, out of respect for the craft and for those I’m designing for. If I commit to something, I give it my all because good design deserves wholehearted effort. Design means very little without human connection. Every project needs to begin with listening, empathy, and respect. Design is the art of expressing who you are as an individual, and each project I design holds a piece of who I am. I desire to connect with others through honest, thoughtful work, as a reflection of who I am.

Hi, I’m Domenic Buono, a communication designer who believes that great design goes beyond aesthetics. It should have meaning, solve problems and spark emotion. I’m always exploring new ways to turn thoughtful ideas into visuals that make an impact. My aim is to create visually appealing work using design as a tool for storytelling.

I’m Elisa Savo. I love illustrating and being creative. My design style blends structured gridlines with a more free-form, expressive approach while merging order with flow and a touch of messiness. I enjoy exploring my creativity and being inspired by designs that I resonate with. I keep on exploring to improve my design skills and my creativity in which I hope to guide and inspire others to discover their own creative voices along the way.

As an obsessed creative, design and creating is exploring the tension between the good and the bad, the beautiful and the ugly/distorted. With my personal brand, the UglyMuse, I challenge the perceptions and question what we’re told to accept. It’s chaos meeting clarity, perfection meeting imperfection, and the ugly meeting the muse. It’s not about looking good or looking bad, it’s about meaning and communicating something real.

Hello, my name is Genevieve, I am a talented and enthusiastic Communication Design student and a passionate designer who enjoys bringing ideas to life through fun and captivating visuals. I enjoy looking at the deeper meanings behind my designs because I am a very empathetic person. I enjoy conveying emotions through my designs and artworks. I aim to contribute my skills to help solve problems in unique ways. I always believe in making moments last and creating connections.

Hello there! I’m Kavanika Jungbahadur a communication designer that does visual storytelling and branding. I focus on graphic design, illustration, photography and videography with a passion in fashion and nature. I see each of these projects as an opportunity to create something purposeful by bridging the gap between people and design, My creative focus is about crafting interesting and engaging visuals with storytelling.

Hi there, I’m Kiki, the unapologetic creative who believes life is all about the lens we choose to view it through. I use my ability to understand people as my superpower, approaching design like I approach people, with an open mind and heart. This helps me find inspiration in unconventional places and craft designs that don’t scream me, but authentically expresses each project’s identity. I aim to create space for unapologetic self-expression through an unfiltered lens because being unapologetic means being free!

I am a creative who mixes calm with chaos. Theres clarity in the distortion. My work deals with a duality, a tension between our inner and outer worlds. I design with intention that feels alive and not only seen. Every element has purpose, whether it’s to challenge, connect, or create something that makes people stop and look closer. If you’re looking for an illustrator and designer who lives in that space between order and experimentation, that’s where you'll find me.

I’m Nashaliyah Nithram, a communication designer who turns imagination into visual stories with purpose. Guided by a passion for art and illustration, I see design as more than decoration; it’s a form of storytelling that connects people to ideas. Every color, texture, and composition I create is meant to evoke emotion, inspire curiosity, and leave a lasting impression. My work is where creativity meets meaning- design that not only stands out but says something worth remembering.

Hii! I'm Rebecca, a designer who ties things together. I believe in the art of creating and bringing craftsmanship into all that I do. Through deep reflection and crafted processes, I design to bring meaning into the work I do. My vision is to bring a new perspective to the design world. My mission is to design with purpose by tying ideas together through carefully considered visual and verbal messaging. I aim to elevate design in Durban through shifting my little needle and designing to the best of my ability.

I’m Tamika Moon, a communication designer who thrives in the weird, the emotional, and the wonderfully imperfect. My work blends curiosity with storytelling, turning design into something you feel, not just see. I don’t follow the rules; I follow instinct. Every project I touch aims to connect on a human level, messy, raw, and real, because that’s where true creativity lives.

I’m Tasmin Paige, a concept-driven designer guided by empathy, meaning, purpose and my journey to fulfilment. From the young girl who drew on the walls, to the designer I am today, I believe that every mark we make, no matter how big or small, can brighten the world. I channel that spirit into design across packaging, branding, print, campaigns and photography, crafting experiences that connect, inspire and fulfil. My work tells intentional stories that leave a mark and light that lingers.

Hi there! Wallflower Creations here :) I am a communication designer shaped by my three transformative years at Vega. I’ve had many opportunities to experiment, collaborate, and push creative boundaries. Rooted in curiosity, empathy, and storytelling, what drives me as a designer is finding meaning in the ordinary — converting subtle observations into bold, human-centred creations. Inspired by culture, emotion, connection (and a little bit of nature), I strive to create work that is both beautiful and purposeful — leaving an indelible mark on the world around me.