Working with Side Practice and Drip Collective, a cafe and gallery at 172 N. Racine Ave., gave me the opportunity to flex my design skills across typography, illustration, composition, and vector art. Like Side Practice Coffee, Drip Collective showcases the “side practices” of local makers—chefs, musicians, and illustrators—uplifting Chicago creatives by displaying their work, selling merchandise, and hosting pop-ups.
I was called upon by Ty to explore multiple design directions, from edgy Ed Hardy-inspired graphics and reimagined characters to minimalist concepts, each customized to resonate with a young, culturally diverse audience. The project allowed me to experiment and iterate across styles, showcasing range while maintaining cohesion, and ultimately producing visuals that were bold, dynamic, and reflective of the Side Practice ethos.