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anna claire curtis
spring 2026
Good ‘Morrow!
I’m Anna Claire Curtis, a multidisciplinary designer driven by the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and digital precision. With a background rooted in oil painting, linocut, and calligraphy, I bring a tactile, “hand-done” soul to the digital brand experiences I create.
My work is defined by a classic yet bold aesthetic. These designs are intended to do more than just exist; they are built to command attention. Having spent four years refining my craft through rigorous critique and complex problem-solving, I thrive on intricate projects that challenge the viewer to stop and look closer. To me, design isn’t just my degree—it’s the lens through which I engage with the world.
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COSMIC PENCILS
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The rebrand of Pentel mechanical pencils includes ‘80s-inspired branding to appeal to younger audiences and instill nostalgia in older generations. The box layout, constructed and created by me, displays the pencil and its updated features on the back. With the updates made to these designs, the products will stand out better among other pencil brands and attract new users.
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THE IRIS CAFE 02
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The Iris Cafe, a popular food truck, is transitioning into a permanent cafe. They operate in Bentonville and base their cafe off the ideas of the Dada art era. A menu was needed to show off their unique Swiss-inspired dishes and remain consistent with their Dadaist-inspired brand.
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This wrapping paper was created for the Genesis gallery show at Harding University. During this project, we were tasked with creating wallpapers that would invite viewers to take a second look. I wanted mine to involve organic and objective elements of the human body to draw audiences in. The creepy aura of this wrapping paper could appeal to humanity’s curious side and provide a wrapping paper option for Halloween.
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For this piece, I wanted to capture what makes all of us human. The etching-like illustrations aim to make people think about the different systems of the body that the Lord designed when he created out world. Our nervous, skeletal, organ, and brain systems mimic many naturally occuring phenomena, reflecting the harmony found in the Genesis story
HIGHLAND ZOO BRANDING
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The city of Flagstaff, Arizona, was looking to give its zoo a modern refresh. Aiming to connect the surrounding area to the Highland Zoo, my team designed a rebrand focused on college students to encourage local engagement. Our connection with Northern Arizona University also provided inspiration for our brand development.
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CRYSTAL BRIDGES MAILER
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Crystal Bridges, an art museum in Bentonville, AR, is preparing to unveil an exhibit featuring the works of René Magritte. Hoping to increase membership renewal, the museum has chosen to send out mailers highlighting Magritte. The mailer includes many of his wellknown works and free art cards for members. Each member gets a free ticket to the gallery opening party.
MORAL INJURY INFOGRAPHIC
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For the final project in Graphic Design 3, we put what we have been learning about type and how to visually represent data into one project. My infographic focuses on the difference between Moral Injury and PTSD, two common but misunderstood issues. The data visualizations help guide the eye through the infographic and clearly represent the data collected on this topic.
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impact relationships, worldview, and identity
The data used for this infographic came from reputable sources, such as government data sites and research projects that focused on helping understand veterans
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ECLAREAN STUDIOS
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Eclarean Studios is my personal brand. I do freelance for anyone who needs branding for their company, social media posts or videos, advertisements, or any graphic design aspects they need. I create traditional art commissions in mediums such as oil, watercolor, ink, and printmaking.
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THE BRANDING PROJECT
The Branding Project is the final semester-long project for Graphic Design seniors. This year, we were tasked with creating a sports district with three separate venues and rebranding a minor league baseball team. My team consisted of five architecture majors, three interior design majors, and me as the graphic designer. illustrator photoshop indesign 10
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First we start with the overall sports districrt brand that will be connected to the three extra venues and the Minor League Baseball team. This overall brand is the start of peoples experience within this district, as it grounds their experience to the spaces.
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ARCHITECTURE GALLERY BOARD
To tell the story of this intricate district, I started by creating a board that highlighted the incredible architectural work done by our team. The board also shows the map or site plan, column details, and marketing timeline.
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Local artists are interviewed by the city to participate in creating a mural in the district. This brings a sense of authenticity and ownership to the people of Norfolk.
“Local Artist Example” by AC Curtis
The Salty Pearl serves as a vibrant anchor for Norfolk residents, blending the city’s rugged maritime heritage with a fresh, modern energy. As a key destination within the Current District, it provides a community-focused space where locals can gather to enjoy coastal-inspired experiences, local flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere.
LOGO
Our logo provide a clean recognizable mark that mimics the curve and connection of the district it is in.
MASCOTS
Our Mascots, Saul and Pauline, are the average Norfolk couple, they love to dine and drink to relax and hang with their friends.
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Lumina serves as the literal and metaphorical glow of the Current District, offering Norfolk residents an immersive escape into the world of digital art and light. More than just a gallery, it is a sensory playground where technology and creativity collide to reflect the city’s forward-thinking spirit.
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Our logo provide a clean recognizable mark that mimics the curve and connection of the district it is in #f7f5e8
LOGOMARK
Our logomark is a clean recognizable mark that is used on our coasters, menus, signs, and any other touchpoints that need a small recognizable mark.
Double Play is the Current District’s premier destination for sports gear and competition, offering Norfolk residents a high-energy escape right in their backyard. Designed to bridge the gap between necessity for sports equipment and the costly prices of new materials. Double Play offers high quality gear at an affordable price.
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Our logo mimics the classic sports text used in many team logos, and shows a clear association to sports as a whole.
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Our second logo is a smaller more condensed version built to go on our smaller designs, and pennants that are available for purchase in our main location.
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The Volt Spitters bring an electric jolt to Norfolk’s sports scene, serving as the highoctane home team that rallies the community under the bright lights of the Minor Leagues. As a cornerstone of the Current District’s evening energy, the team offers residents a thrilling, accessible way to experience professional baseball
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Our main type logo does not follow typical baseball logo asthetics as it uses a blockier fonts and all bright logos. This allows us to stand out among competiors.
MASCOT
Spark the Clam was born from one of Zeus’ lightiting bolts striking him in his reef. Now he has the power of electricty and he’s not afraid to use it......
Uniforms
The Volt Spitters’ uniforms are iconic, with multiple styles used for different occasions:
Pinstripe: Typically worn for the season opener, this uniform provides a classic baseball look to give viewers a sense of nostalgia.
Electric: This uniform showcases the team’s eccentric nature. Worn for most games, it demands attention for the players.
Midnight: Used for late-night games, this style is sleek yet bold. It is a fan favorite for
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AC Curtis
Graphic Designer / Illustrator
DESIGN INTERNSHIP
Created designs for hunting, casual, golf, and outdoor brands. Pitched ideas to sales representatives, presented onstyle trends and how to incorporate them into new designs, and talked to new clients about what styles, patches, fabrics,and factories they were interested in.
ILLUSTRATOR
Created illustrations, graphics, and layouts that went along side our student publication news stories. Had designs printed in a physical newspaper anddistributed papers every other Friday morning.
DESIGN/MARKETING INTERN
Outdoor Cap - June 2023 - Aug 2024 The Bison - Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 Hytrol - May - Aug 2025
Created an external ad campaign to promote the company’s global network. Developed a variety of social media posts for the company’s Instagram. Participated in design briefs, monthly marketing meetings, and delivered a final presentation to theentire company showcasing the work I completed this summer.
Hello! My name is AC. I love designing, connecting with people, and working with companies to create effective and eye catching branding.
Adobe Suites
Oil Paints
Photography
Printmaking
Procreate
Illustration
SKILLS EDUCATION AWARDS
Harding University
Aug 2022 - May 2026
BFA in Graphic Design
Minor in Art Hisotry
Harding University
May 2026 - May 2027
Masters of Arts in Teaching (leading to licensure)
Peoples Choice & Jurors ChoiceCurrent District / Volt Spitters Branding
Gold ADDY 2025 : Highland Zoo Branding
Gold ADDY 2025 / aaf District 10 : Highland Zoo Branding
NSSC - Best in Show Menu Design : Iris Cafe Menu
Harding University
Outstanding Graphic Design Senior 2026
1st Place Editorial
Illustrations : Chit chat and Chew