Emily Brazel
Graphic Design
ebrazel@mail.bradley.edu
Biography
Emily Brazel is a graphic designer born in Chicago, whose work is rooted in simplicity, clarity, and intention. She is graduating with a BFA in Graphic Design, summa cum laude, and has been recognized for her achievements with awards including Outstanding Student in Graphic Design and The Roscoe & Lila Linder Art and Music Endowed Scholarship. Her design approach centers on the power of negative space and the subtle shapes it creates. Emily is drawn to minimal, modern compositions that communicate deeply through restraint, believing that the simplest designs can often say the most. Through thoughtful use of form, balance, and whitespace, she creates work that is both visually refined and conceptually impactful.
Artist's Statement
I am a graphic designer focused on creating simple and modern visual solutions that communicate with clarity and intention. My work is rooted in the belief that design does not need excess to be effective. By utilizing careful compositions, typography, and restraint, I aim to create pieces that feel both purposeful and refined. A central element of my designs is the use of white space as an active tool rather than empty space. I use it to create balance and to emphasize what matters most. By stripping designs down to their essential elements, I seek to create work that is not only visually compelling but also intuitive and enduring.