More about me

Nico is a multidisciplinary designer based in Portland, Oregon. He is currently pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design at Portland State University, where his creativity is shaped by an approach that combines queer literacy, realism, and visual storytelling.

Alongside his design work, Nico explores music production and songwriting through his creative outlet, "Steel Nico”. This fusion of music and design allows him to expand his artistic expression, using both visual and auditory elements to communicate and connect with others.

Nico believes design is ever changing—a thoughtful conversation needed to be had between the artist and the user. He views design as more than just adaptability, seeing it as a tool for visual connection that can go beyond a glance. For Nico, design is about creating meaningful interactions and understanding how these connections can be experienced through both personality and fun.

As he continues his studies and career, Nico is ready to continue his growth on how design can foster these connections and evolve design, believing that the true power of design lies in its ability to be both meaningful and expressive.