promoting a bold and singular artistic voice
why
To generate interest in Maurya Kerr / tinypistol’s shows and workshops, and create a distinct design voice for the San Francisco-based dance company.
how
By establishing a flexible yet recognizable visual style that can embody the themes of individual works, and the daring energy that binds them.
what
Selected promotional materials representing a decade of unique artistry, collaboration, and exploration.
my role
In my past life as a dancer, Maurya Kerr was an idol (I had a poster of her in my high school dorm), and then my best teacher. When I transitioned to a career in design she became my first client. Since 2012 I’ve worked with Maurya designing promotional materials for her company, tinypistol. Her work deals with themes of racial and gender identity, beauty, power, violence, and belonging, and she brings a clear vision to every project. Finding the space between her artistic vision and my interpretation has been one of my most fulfilling challenges, and it is my most personal work.
credits
client Maurya Kerr
photography for ‘Beast’ Stephen Texiera
In 2016 tinypistol joined forces with another San Francisco based dance company, Little Seismic, to host a series of dance parties designed to be outlets for rage and frustration in a changing political landscape. They called it the tiny little getdown. I created several digital collage series to promote the events on social media. Scroll through my favorites below.
