About Derrona...

Coming from Chicago a city with a variety of arts & cultures. I was always curious about the way things were created or designed. As a designer, I strive to solve problems, strategize, and provide an understanding of nature from my experience. My work explores the relationship between visions and emotions. With influences such as Michael Jackson and Jennifer Hudson new ideas are generated from traditional and modern structures. Ever since I was a child, I have been fascinated with how the eye captures what the brain wants to communicate. Music plays a big part in my life. If I can dance my way through life I would. I’ve learned to dance to deal with the reality of life. Music led me to design. The elements of music help me to see the beauty of creation. Both music and design help you to express your emotions.

Growing up all I wanted to do was color, dance, crossword puzzles, and comedy. As I grew older, I still wasn’t sure what I wanted for a career.

I spent 7 years out of school, and one day I decided it was time I get back in school. I enrolled in college for the first time with 18 credits. I had the mindset of a high schooler not realizing college life is a faster pace. The first semester was challenging because I was an undergrad and had no experience in any of my program software. Balancing life while trying to pursue a career can be difficult. It’s up to you to find that balance. At times the workload may be heavy, but I didn’t let it limit me. As I studied not only the software but the meaning of design, I realized why I chose Media Design as my major.