Brave Spaces

DesignIllustration
Written By Valeria Diaz

Illustrations for Virginia Commowealth University - Master's in Social Work Campaign
Client: VCU & Circa Interactive
https://www.socialwork.vcu.edu/programs/msw/

BRIEF: The MSW program wants to train professionals to help amplify voices in community of the disenfranchised. The MSW program is trying to “not create safe spaces but brave spaces” They want to bring students together to grapple with the real challenges that communities are facing in order to learn and be brave to amplify voices of the vulnerable. They want to have the tough conversations in the school so they can begin helping communities be brave and reduce inequities.
For this particular campaign, the client wanted illustrations that really embrace the diversity. Show people with different bodies, difference ethnicities, transgenders, gender fluid, seniors, etc. That showcase an idea of a community being a Brave Space.

• • •

Thanks for taking a look! • ¡Gracias por ver!


 Remember, if you want to work with me, just write me
Recuerda que si quieres trabajar conmigo, solo escríbeme

Valeria Diaz

I’m a design lead and art director with 10+ years of experience with a passion for crafting clear, creative solutions. With a background in visual design, illustration, and UI/UX, I help shape the personality of brands through thoughtful, human-centered visuals. I’ve worked across both product and marketing design, bringing consistency and creativity to every touchpoint. I step into teams with trust, humor, and a strong sense of purpose. I believe great design balances accessibility and amazing graphics, and I thrive in collaborative environments where curiosity and creativity drive impact.

And I believe a bubble tea a day helps create great design (and maybe having a dog nearby).

Previous

Powerful
Next

Kids App Illustrations