Vanessa (V) is a Charlotte, NC-based creative with over a decade of experience in graphic design and fine art. Her work balances bold expression with refined minimalism.
V’s creative journey began in childhood when her uncle gifted her a sketchbook. She began with drawing, then experimented with painting and photography throughout high school. She later went on to earn a BFA in graphic design from Appalachian State University.
After college, she worked at a couple of design agencies where she established herself as an award-winning Art Director. In 2020, she launched her own freelance design practice while also developing a career in fine arts.
Her artwork is often abstract; she invites viewers to reflect on their own identities and philosophies. She has been invited to exhibit her paintings in prominent galleries across North Carolina, including The Mint Museum Uptown, Goodyear Arts, and Delurk Gallery.
Today, V continues to exhibit her artwork several times a year while expanding her international recognition as a freelance creative director and designer.
Design Awards
GDUSA Design Award – AZEK 2024 Annual Report
Silver International ARC Award – AZEK 2024 Annual Report
GDUSA Design Award – Utz Brands, Inc. 2024 Annual Report
Gold International ARC Award – Utz Brands, Inc. 2024 Annual Report
GDUSA Design Award – Utz Brands, Inc. 2023 Sustainability Report
Gold International ARC Award – Utz Brands, Inc. 2023 Annual Report
Silver International ARC Award – Sylvamo Corp. 2022 Annual Report
Gold International ARC Award – Utz Brands, Inc. 2021 Annual Report
Silver International ARC Award – MAA 2021 Annual Report
Silver International Arc Award – MAA 2020 Annual Report
Honors International ARC Award – MAA 2019 Annual Report
Bronze International ARC Award – MAA 2018 Annual Report
American Advertising Award (ADDYs) – GBI Tile & Stone 2018 Catalog Design
American Advertising Award (ADDYs) – AGDATA Corporate Branding
Best In Design Award – Undergrad, Appalachian State University
Art Exhibitions
July 2026 – “Kitchen Sink” at Delurk Gallery
September 2025 – “Doomsday” at Goodyear Arts
December 2024 – “Orange” at Lorem Ipsum
September 2024 – “Doomsday” at Goodyear Arts
November 2023 – “Local Street” at Mint Museum Uptown
February 2023 – “Ego Death” at Flux Galleries
August 2022 – Abstract Art Show at Hygge Coworking
July 2022 – Featured Artist at All My Heart Tattoo Studio
May 2022 – “Creation of the World” at space212
May 2021 – Featured Muralist, Camp North End
December 2020 – New Year’s Eve Show, Southern Tiger
December 2020 – Best in Show, Charlotte Art League
May 2020 – Featured Visual Artist, CLTure’s Porch Vibes Spring Fest