Kia ora, I’m Anna – a graphic designer and illustrator who loves creating design that tell a story. I work with purpose-driven, people-focused brands to bring their ideas to life through design, illustration, and pattern. Whether it’s a full brand identity for a business, a social campaign, or a print on a product – I’m all about making work that feels thoughtful, warm, and well put together.
I live in Wellington with my whānau and split my time between freelance projects, part-time design work in the non-profit space, and wrangling two curious kids. Lately I’ve been working with brands doing great things – community organisations, social enterprises, and businesses that care. If it’s a project with heart, I’m in.
Brand identity / pattern / graphic design www.portedendesign.co.nz
Instagram – @porteden_design
This print was inspired by the mānuka tree – understated but strong, and so full of life. I started with hand-drawn sketches of the flowers and leaves, and added a few bees buzzing around to bring it to life.
It’s the kind of scene you’d spot on a summer bush walk – bees darting between tiny blossoms, everything quietly humming. I wanted the pattern to feel soft, natural and a bit playful, like the world is doing its thing and you’ve just stopped to notice.
I loved working with Kaleo to turn this into something wearable.
