Maya Alvarado | BFA4

about

Maya Alvarado is a multi-disciplinary graphic designer from California. They are most passionate about sharing and forming connections through design—always keeping curiosity, play, and community in mind when they create is an essential part of their practice.

  • Favorite typeface?

    Hobeaux by oh no type co.

  • How are you doing?

    Any green patch of grass

  • Mouse or trackpad or stylus?

    Ergonomic mouse

The Perfect Mundane

  • #Publication
  • #Illustration

The Perfect Mundane is a collection of moments from my personal experiences—it is a representation of how I’ve grown to appreciate the everyday. The small zine features a series of 50 illustrations following the adventures of Pip, a small, strange cat. Pip goes through his life noting the big, medium-sized, and sometimes insignificant moments. To Pip, they are all equally worthy of noticing. He goes on many daily adventures: you can find him at the grocery store admiring the beautiful iced cakes, hanging out with his friends in the park, or taking late afternoon naps with his teddy bear.

The Perfect Mundane
The Perfect Mundane
The Perfect Mundane
The Perfect Mundane
The Perfect Mundane
The Perfect Mundane

Actors Showcase

  • #Identity

The identity for the CalArts School of Theater’s annual 2025 Actors Showcase. Developed custom brand systems for the NYC and LA shows with a functional website. Printed collateral such as resumes, invites, posters, programs, and photo-books.

Actors Showcase
Actors Showcase
Actors Showcase
Actors Showcase
Actors Showcase

Hearing Damage + The Last Dance

  • #Print
  • #Identity

A two-part series of performances celebrating the harmonious intersection of music and design. The event gathered DJs across the graphic design program at CalArts, as they shared their love for music with the campus community. The dance was accompanied with screen-printed posters and custom t-shirts, serving as a memento for the hypnotic night.

Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance
Hearing Damage + The Last Dance