Release The Zebra

27/01/2026

Good campaign artwork doesn’t start with a magical idea ✨ It starts with a clear process.

When artwork looks good but doesn’t sell tickets, it’s usually not a design problem. It’s a strategy one.

Before we design anything, we need to understand:
– what the event is really about
– who it’s for
– what it needs to communicate

Only then can the visuals do their job.
Research, brainstorming, defining the vibe, exploring concepts, refining the key art so it works everywhere (posters, socials, ads, programmes, etc).

It’s not random. And it’s definitely not quick.

I’ve gathered the exact steps we use to design campaign artwork for cultural and creative organisations into a free guide: “7 steps to designing impactful artwork that sells your show”

It’s for producers, marketers and creative teams who want:
– clearer campaigns
– stronger concepts
– artwork that actually connects

Packed with insights, worksheets, case studies + practical tools you can use straight away. If you want a peek behind the scenes, you can download it for free via the link in my bio 👀

14/01/2026

Pantone released its Color of the Year for 2026.
Cloud Dancer: a soft, airy...off-white.

I know, it’s been released a month ago 😅 but I took my time before reacting. I wanted to understand what it meant before letting disappointment speak for me.

Pantone describes it as calm, clarity, a blank canvas. I get the idea. But honestly? I feel nothing. In a world that feels loud, fragile, and urgent, choosing near-white feels less like calm and more like disengagement.

Colour is never neutral. It carries emotion, culture, and intent. Choosing colour is choosing to say something. And choosing not to is still a statement. 👀

As a designer, and as someone who believes deeply in colour as expression, I’m not ready to surrender to white. Not now. Not in 2026. Never.

At Release The Zebra, we’ll keep creating bold, high-contrast palettes that celebrate life, personality, and humanity. Because right now, I truly believe we need more colour in this world, not less. 🌈

(Yes, I did my own Pantone card as an act of resistance 😂)

What do we think here? Where are my colour lovers?

08/01/2026

Happy New Year everyone! ✨
2025 went by in a blink, and this account has definitely been a little quiet for a while.

Over the years, Release The Zebra became a bit… let’s say ‘chaotic’ between branding work, painting, ceramics and jewellery 😅. I eventually decided to separate things and launched .zebra.studio, focusing on my hand-painted ceramics and jewellery. A smart move strategically, but a demanding one energy-wise. Trying to grow two early-stage businesses at once was ambitious for a solopreneur (even an over-achieving one), and this account took a bit of a back seat.

That said, 2025 was full of exciting projects ✨
I had the chance to create several campaigns for , including The Lyrebird’s Voice and Abduction, collaborate for the third year in a row with , and work on branding projects for clients across Australia and Europe. This account will remain dedicated to my design and branding work, and I’ll be sharing more case studies here in the coming weeks so stay tuned 👀

2025 was also the year I started teaching branding at . Thankfully it was only one day a week (and still way more intense than expected!), but I’m really glad I stepped outside my comfort zone. It helped me grow in confidence with public speaking and led to guest lectures at design universities like and — something I’m keen to do more of this year 💪🏼

That’s my little recap of 2025. I hope 2026 is off to a great start for you all. May it be filled with colours, bold ideas, fun projects and meaningful experiences. Thank you for being here 💙

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22/08/2024

After months of hard work, I can finally say my range of hand-painted wooden jewelry is LIIIIIIIIVE! 🥳

I just launched an Etsy store under the name Funky Zebra Studio showcasing around 60 unique jewels (earrings and adjustable rings). Every piece is designed and hand-painted by myself in my lil studio in Melbourne. Crafted from Australian wood, there are incredibly lightweight, offering comfort and style despite their statement-making size.

These jewels are perfect for adding a pop of fun and colors to any outfit so if you’re a color-lover, or you know a color-lover, feel free to like/share/follow my journey 🙂

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/FunkyZebraStudio
(To celebrate the launch, I offer free worldwide shipping until August 31)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funky.zebra.studio

Shop items by FunkyZebraStudio.

30/07/2024

RTZ celebrates its 3 years, woop woop! 🥳 I won’t say the journey is a peaceful road but I’m definitely happier in that role of She-EO than ever 💙

To mark the occasion, I’ve prepared a little giveaway for you friends 🎁 Add the reminder to your agenda because in August 15, I’m officially launching my jewelry’s range and you might get one for free hehe 👀