Thomas Huizar | Graphic Design // Photography | 2024 Portfolio [V2]

PORTFO RTFOLIO THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

GRAPHIC DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTION OF WORKS

THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

BIO CONTACT

Thomas E. Huizar 2676 Verdi Rd. (830) 200-5512 te.huiz0120@gmail.com

STATEMENT

With a strong foundation in architecture and a passion for design, I am eager to transition my skills into the field of architectural marketing. My academic background has equipped me with a keen eye for visual aesthetics, composition, and problem-solving, all of which I aim to apply in creating impactful and innovative graphic designs. I am motivated by the opportunity to blend creativity and functionality, drawing on my architectural training to craft designs that are not only visually compelling but also deeply connected to the cultural and social context they serve. Whether working on branding, digital media, or visual communication, I am committed to using my design skills to enhance and elevate the experiences of the communities I engage with, while ensuring a forward-thinking approach that anticipates future needs.

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Mexican Ceramics Festival Brand Identity pg. 4-9

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Aesthetics of Growth Image Curation [Publication] pg. 10-11

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Alamo Architects Narrative Spreads Presentation Slides // Maps // Image Curation pg. 12-13

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Habitat for Humanity Handbooks Printed Materials // Maps pg. 14-15

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Architectural Photography Photographs pg. 16-19

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Freelance Graphic Design Posters // Album Covers // Zine Covers pg. 20-21

THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

01 INFORMATION

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The Mexican Ceramics Festival is a conceptual project celebrating the vibrant Mexican art form of tile and pottery, known for its intricate designs of flowers, human figures, and scenes from daily life. Hosted by the San Antonio Museum of Art, the festival highlights the cultural and historical significance of ceramics in shaping San Antonio’s identity, rooted in the Spanish missions that remain iconic today. Although the original tiles adorning structures like Mission San José are no longer fully visible, their legacy endures through artistic interpretations that inspire this celebration of tradition and community spirit.

Brand Identity Custom Typography // Printed Posters // Social Media Posts // Tickets Personal Exploration [Hypothetical]

The project includes a series of event posters utilizing minimalist, clean, and evocative design principles, ensuring they stand out in the urban landscape.

Drawing from hues traditionally associated with Mexican tile art and the vibrant San Antonio Fiesta celebrations, the visual identity incorporates iconic elements like the Rose Window, the Alamo, and the geometric grid system synonymous with traditional tilework. The typography used to craft the brand identity was developed using iconography central to San Antonio’s heritage, further rooting the festival in local culture. Additionally, the tile patterns within the identity are designed to represent the tiles that once decorated the missions of San Antonio, paying homage to their historic significance. These designs create a unified, adaptable brand identity that transitions seamlessly across platforms, from social media to street posters and billboards, making the festival accessible, engaging, and visually compelling. By blending tradition with modernity, the branding fosters a renewed appreciation for Mexican ceramics while building excitement for this grand celebration.

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MEXICAN CERAMICS FESTIVAL 01.

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Glued Wall Street Posters

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Glued Fence Street Posters

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Brand Identity

Custom Typography

Mexican Ceramics Festival

Brand Identity

Custom Typography

Mexican Ceramics Festival

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Mexican Tile Mural [River Walk] Rose Window [Mission San Jose]

COLOR PALETTE

The colors selected for this project were inspired by traditional Mexican ceramic color palettes, dating back to the early days of the San Antonio missions. These hues, reflecting the vibrant tones of nature and the earth’s beauty, are at the heart of this cultural art style.

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Brand Identity Poster Designs Color Palette *** created from the colors traditionally found in Mexican tile art.

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Billboard Advert 1 Billboard Advert 2

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Ticket Design Instagram Posts

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

02 INFORMATION

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Aesthetics of Growth was the final project of my undergraduate degree, exploring a visionary future where food research and harvesting traditionally performed by humans converges with automation. This innovative concept leverages the high-speed railway system connecting Texas’s major metropolitan areas to address food scarcity and insecurity on a transformative scale.

Image Curation [Project Publication] Social Media Posts // Curated Images Academic

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AESTHETICS OF GROWTH 01.

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Texas Architect Magazine [Online]

The project gained significant recognition, featured in Texas Architect, DeZeen, Toffuco, and widely shared across social media platforms including Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn. The widespread exposure required meticulous curation of the team’s final outputs to ensure the project was presented thoughtfully and comprehensively. This included crafting detailed visuals, renderings, and narratives that effectively communicated the vision, scale, and potential impact of the project to diverse audiences, from architectural professionals to the public.

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Instagram Posts

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

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2022 - 2024

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During my time at Alamo Architects, I contributed to the early development of a mixed-use housing and retail project located in the heart of San Antonio, adjacent to the historic Mission San José.

At this preliminary stage, the project required a compelling narrative to guide client presentations, connecting the site to its rich historical context and its role in the evolving social, political, and cultural landscape of the region. The presentation materials featured a series of thoughtfully curated slides, including maps overlaid with historical data to highlight prior land ownership, the influence of the missions, and significant landscape features.

Client Meeting Presentation Spreads Presentation Slides // Maps Overlays // Image Curation Professional

Historical images were integrated to reinforce the importance of the project’s historical focus, illustrating the deep connections between the site and San Antonio’s heritage. These visual elements supported the narrative, emphasizing the project’s sensitivity to its surroundings and its potential to honor the cultural legacy of Mission San José. This experience honed my ability to weave historical context into architectural storytelling, creating presentations that balanced technical precision with a strong sense of place and purpose.

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Presentation Slides

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

04 INFORMATION

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While working with Habitat for Humanity Bryan/College Station, I contributed to reimagining the organization’s branding materials, aiming to break away from the conventional, corporate, and often outdated style of typical Habitat resources.

The goal was to create engaging and approachable printed materials that enhanced the volunteer experience while establishing a unique identity for the local branch. Using minimalist design principles, soft color palettes, and clean yet bold typefaces, I developed

Marketing Materials Printed Materials // Maps Professional

materials inspired by Swedish-style DIY construction manuals. These user-friendly documents provided volunteers with clear, easy-to-read construction instructions, making their tasks more accessible and enjoyable. Additionally, quick guides for new volunteers were designed with the same aesthetic, presenting information on the organization’s operations, guidelines, and best practices in a visually appealing and interactive format. The success of these designs extended beyond volunteer engagement. Their impact was so wellreceived that the same principles were applied to the development of proposed neighborhood planning documents.

These materials, designed for prospective Habitat for Humanity projects, were presented to the advisory board of the Bryan/College Station branch, further demonstrating the versatility and effectiveness of the new branding approach.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HANDBOOKS 01.

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Leonard Lake Master Plan Volunteer Construction Booklet Volunteer Quick Guide

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

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I find a certain beauty in the ordinary.

The ability to capture a singular moment, unbothered by the past or the future, frozen in the passage of time. Photographs, even those composed loosely, become artifacts of life that intrigue and inspire me endlessly.

Each image preserves a fleeting moment, offering a vibrant portrait of life and energy suspended in stillness. This curated collection features photographs from a recent shoot across the urban landscape of San Antonio, showcasing its rich tapestry of history, modernity, artistry, and decay.

Architectural Photography Photographs Personal Exploration

From the historical to the contemporary, the artistic to the broken-down, each subject sits still in its own unique state of being. In the instant I press the shutter, that fleeting moment is transformed into something timeless, a quiet yet powerful reflection of its presence. My photography seeks to elevate the ordinary, celebrating the beauty of our built environment. Through stills of unassuming yet striking subjects, I aim to personify their grand presence and honor their enduring impact on the social and historical fabric of the world around us.

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CoCobijos [metal art installation]

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Chapel of the Incarnate Word The Emily Morgan Demolition Site

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Welding Shop [after hours] Residence Hall [UIW]

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Mission San Jose The Majestic

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

06 INFORMATION

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This collection showcases a selection of freelance graphic design projects I’ve completed over the past five years for various clients. It highlights both my artistic vision and technical expertise, demonstrating my ability to create tailored design solutions that meet specific client

Graphic Design Posters // Album Covers // Zine Covers Freelance

needs. These projects have resulted in successful outcomes and satisfied clients, with some of my designs being featured on album covers for local San Antonio bands, further solidifying my creative impact within the music and arts community.

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THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024

FIN. COLLECTION OF WORKS

THOMAS E. HUIZAR

PORTFOLIO

2022 - 2024