JULIABONANNO

ABOUT

Designer with a background in fine arts and graphic design, and an adoration for brand storytelling and materiality. My focus is on how emerging tools like AI can support the creative process, while applying and maintaining traditional art and design foundations. I strive to bring the essence of fine arts to package, product, and brand.

(203)-609-3887

Juliabbonanno@gmail.com

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EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts in Art & Design | Stamps School of Art & Design

2022 – 2026

Freelance Designer - HH Global (Estée Lauder Companies Team)

January 2026 – Present

Design packaging, product concepts, and graphic visuals for MAC, Balmain Beauty, Tom Ford Beauty, La Mer, Too Faced.

TOOLS

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects)

Figma

AI image-generation tools (concept development & visualization)

Procreate

SKILLS

Brand identity design

Packaging and product design (concept → production)

Technical Product Design & Specification

UX/UI design & user flows

AI-assisted ideation & visual prototyping

Art direction & visual storytelling

Motion & time-based media

Editorial & print design

Last Updated 24.10.31

JULIA BONANNO

CLIENT WORK

1. MAC

An example of a makeup pouch series for MAC Cosmetics, designed to accompany a launch focused on experimental color and pattern.
The work explores material and design, supported by concept visuals and physical samples.

2. BALMAIN

Bridging creative design and production. Alongside product visualization, I developed detailed technical specification sheets that communicate construction, dimensions, materials, and branding with precision—ensuring seamless collaboration between design, development, and manufacturing teams.

PERSONAL WORK

1. SYLVA

Painting to Product - Sylva is a conceptual brand identity inspired by an original painting. I transformed the artwork into a cohesive visual system, applying its colors, textures, and forms across packaging, products, and brand touchpoints to create a distinctive and immersive identity.

2. CANYON HAIR

A self-led product and packaging design project for ideated brand Canyon Hair, a hair care brand designed for a low-maintenance, outdoors-oriented lifestyle. The brand draws from natural environments, focusing on simplicity, durability, and ease of use.The project explores packaging through color, material, and form, with consideration for both aesthetics and sustainable production.

5. Sugarbrook Farm

A brand identity created for a family-owned Vermont maple syrup farm, celebrating its heritage, craftsmanship, and connection to the land. Beginning with an original landscape painting, I developed a cohesive visual identity spanning logo design, packaging, merchandise, and retail applications.