Ahoy-hoy! I'm Pixel Ponderer a thoughtful designer and creative problem solver.
I like to make sense of complex, nuanced creative problems and turn those insights into carefully considered, actionable creative solutions. In a sentence? I specialize in crafting visually focused media to story-tell, communicate and educate.

To me, great design starts as a conversation, a genuine back-and-forth between those creating and those it is for. The user isn’t just the end point, they’re a co-author. From that base, thoughtful research, structured methodologies, and human-centred thinking help make sense of even the most complex creative problems. Because while the problems can be messy, the best solutions are often surprisingly simple, especially if we take the time to get there in a considered, thoughtful and curious way.

I’ve learned to wear a fair few hats as a creative and I don't plan on stopping until my brain refuses to take on anything new. That said, my favourite kind of work tends to be the tricky stuff. The kind that doesn't let you say “ah well, that'll do.” Most of my projects involve Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, or a bit of Visual Studio Code.

At the heart of it, design and communication are about connecting with people, whether that's through visuals or words. I believe the best way to make that connection stick is to be real about it. Facts, figures, and technicals are essential. They're the solid foundation. But they come from the head. To really land, to actually matter, you also need to create from the heart. Make people feel something. That only truly happens when you really understand who you're designing for.