Portfolio
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:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/128/128291/attachment_128291872 "Custom logotype for sport appearel store in Qatar.")
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:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/126/126042/attachment_126042269 "Brand identity for Sternberg Clinics.
I've created a custom logotype by developing unique ligatures and typographical characters to leverage details of connectivity and to embrace softness throughout the brand system. Brand system concept: a juxtapositional direction expressed through the added interplay of photography with the typography and subtle paper transitions, finishes and printing techniques.")
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Dating can be awkward and you don't want some fancy interface to make users even more awkward. Exclusivity can feel inclusive you know.
So I did a lot of hard work to find the perfect balance between the two. I added a big, bold serif typeface with a spaced out layout and a beautiful green primary color to evoke refinement and contrasted the exclusivity with a smaller, modern sans serif secondary typeface, playful illustrations, rounded corners and last but not least inserted emoji's for surprising playful character!")
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:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/123/123155/attachment_123155011 "Logo for a natural and herbal skincare apothecary.
About the design: I designed a soft but bold serif logotype with playful swirls to help the client establish a modern but retro look for their brand. One of the key features of their brand voice was to evoke a sense of nostalgia which prompted me to design a roman-serif with a classic bookish feel to it.")
:format(webp)/99designs-contests-attachments/120/120631/attachment_120631879 "Design for low top sneaker
For the actual design of the shoe, the client wanted it to be inspired by ancient Greece / ancient Rome. My main inspiration behind my design proposal for the shoe were the most famous marble Greek and Roman sculptures from the Classical period we all know and love.")
:format(webp)/99designs-work-samples/work-sample-designs/1273268/8886339e-efc7-4a53-9300-aec2c5156fbf "Brand identity for Koast Bali, cafe in Bali, Canggu. The cafe is located a tourist surf town, which is hip village on Balis west coast around 1 minute from the beach. The physical cafe theme and interior design is around an Australian weatherboard design and setup to resemble a beach house.")
About
Member since 2013 but active since March 2018.
My name is Mariska and I’m an award-winning independent creative turned interactive creator specializing in visual identities, art direction and digital design. I concept and design strong visual narratives that cut through the noise of the conventional — all guided by the overarching philosophy that less is always more.
Member since:
June 29, 2013
Reviews
"I am thrilled with how my logo and brand guide turned out! I previously worked with multiple designers who just couldn't align with my vision and from Mariska's first proposal, I felt like she just GOT IT. On top of that, she was very responsive and inv..."
Anonymous client
reviewed about 1 month ago
"Mariska is a very skilled designer with an incredible ability to understand the design brief and take it to production with a designer's flair. I cannot say how helpful she is and grateful for how she goes above and beyond to fulfill expectations. Thankyou"
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Nicola AC
reviewed about 1 month ago
"I love you work and will be working with you again in the near future."
Anonymous client
reviewed about 2 months ago
"mariska_maria exceeded the design expectations, was very helpful, eager to fulfil the design brief, took the time to try and change the design many many times until we were 101% happy and above all conducted communications with an excellent level of pro..."
Anonymous client
reviewed 3 months ago
"Simply beautiful designs. Amazing quality and attention to detail. I couldn't be happier."
Anonymous client
reviewed 3 months ago
"Mariska has been so wonderful to work with. Very thorough, quick with getting back to us and making tweaks, very willing to continue to make small changes as needed. "
Anonymous client
reviewed 3 months ago
"Beautiful designs. Fantastic to work with. Provided above and beyond what was agreed."
donnadu
reviewed 4 months ago
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"Great result! Happy with the effort and quality. Mariska has eye for detail. "
nielss
reviewed 10 months ago
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"Very satisfied and cooperation went smoothly. Mariska is creative, dedicated and works until the client is satisfied. "
Anonymous client
reviewed 11 months ago
"We loved working with Mariska. Not only very talented, but highly responsive to our brief. She kept in touch so we always knew what to expect - and when! We'd love to work with her again."
triab
reviewed 11 months ago
"Excellent.
Mariska_Maria has a special talent for typography and clean design resulting in the creation of a cohesive brand identily package everyone loves.
We would highly recommend Mariska_Maria and work together again going forward.
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Anonymous client
reviewed over 1 year ago
"It's easy to describe Mariska in 10 words:
Professional, creative, inventive, smart, practical, skillful, punctual, kind, patiently, flexible."
Anonymous client
reviewed over 1 year ago
"Amazing skills very talented. Very fast to respond."
Smashing09
reviewed almost 2 years ago
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"Mariska understood exactly what we were looking for in the design. Smart, creative, and aesthetically ! Thanks a lot"
Anonymous client
reviewed almost 2 years ago
"Mariska defnitely goes the extra mile! I rella yappreciate working with her. "
janine_pelosi
reviewed about 2 years ago
"Mariska is a very talented designer. The cooperation is extremely good and I will definitely work together with her on other projects in the future. "
janine_pelosi
reviewed over 2 years ago
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"Maria was a delight to work with. Quick to respond. Honest. Professional. And she created a stunning design. Working with Maria great experience and we will be seeing her for our future logo needs. "
Anonymous client
reviewed about 3 years ago
"She absolutely went above and beyond to listen to my suggestions, incorporate them, and keep an excellent attitude. We will continue to work together for sure! "
Anonymous client
reviewed over 3 years ago