Mango Media° is dedicated to crafting extraordinary digital experiences that empower businesses to rise above their competition through distinctive design and exceptional development. With over a decade of experience, I’ve honed my craft as a Digital Designer & Creative Developer, which has allowed me to collaborate with multiple European agencies across cities like Amsterdam, Berlin, Cambridge, Nancy, Bristol, Gothenburg, and London. Years of persistence, hard work, and passion have given me the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, including The FA (England’s Football Association), DJs, rappers, singers, fashion brands, automotive companies, and more.
I studied a master’s in Creative Technology from UWE Bristol, specialising in UX design and creative development, and a Bachelor’s in Graphic Communication from NUA, which helped me refine my skills in visually communicating ideas. My earlier studies in art, covering painting, fashion, and graphic design, laid the foundation for my creative journey. You can explore my full background on my résumé.
Much of my approach is rooted in behavioural science, and draws inspiration from the synthesis of conscious and unconscious elements allowing me to create designs that resonate deeply and forge meaningful connections, inspired but not limited to some of the works of Carl Jung.
I’m also interested in physics and have several projects in my portfolio exploring common theories, which I have adapted through philosophy and visualised though code to develop my own hypotheses. The mind-boggling existence of the universe and how it works constantly captivates me, and I often find myself at 4AM exploring scientific theories. To learn more, you can explore my latest project, Spectral Synthesis - Colour Theory in Physics.
Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” This idea has stuck with me throughout my life. I started as a painter, spending summers in French cities selling my art or trading paintings for rides, food, or wine. Graffiti also played a significant role in my adolescence, drawing me to Berlin and Bristol. Alongside this, I’m a musician, playing multiple instruments and exploring various genres.
My digital journey began in 2015 when I created my first website using discontinued animation software. After showing it to a developer friend living on Köpstadsö, an island near Gothenburg, I was invited to Sweden to collaborate on projects. This sparked my interest in coding, particularly JavaScript, and I soon delved into creative coding using libraries like WebGL, Three.js, and GSAP.
Being both a designer and a developer gives me a unique perspective. I can visualize code while designing—a rare skill in an industry where most professionals lean strongly toward one discipline. Ask most developers or designers about the other practice, and they’ll likely look at you with cognitive dissonance. I once compared myself to Vincent Van Gogh. Someone called it arrogant, but in truth, Van Gogh barely earned a penny during his life, and his work was considered chaotic by many critics. Like me, he lived in a small French town in obscurity, dedicating his life to his art. Unlike me, he was an absinthe-drinking alcoholic who ultimately went mad and cut off his ear.
These days, I travel the world with my dog - Bernadette, working on projects where I’m needed and collaborating with talented designers, developers, animators, ect… Though I’m a bit of a swiss army knife, with tools for most web design tasks, I enjoy working alongside experts and focusing on specific roles within a project. I’ve always likened our industry to being in a band and use this analogy to describe my abilities: I can play many instruments. When you need me as a drummer on a track, I’ll happily take that role. As a skilled guitarist, I can also jump on this if needed. To explore this idea further, read my post on Comparing Design Agency Roles to Band Members here.
From initial concept to actualisation, each website I have created has been made without pretense or artifice, with the simple aim of celebrating what is good and has always been good about design. By studying the rules at the foot of the giants, I was then able to learn how and when to bend or break these rules, finding the perfect equilibrium between old/new, function/beauty, fiction/reality in order to create websites that captivate and inspire those who interact with them.
Experience and exploration have taught me the importance of knowing when to fiercely preserve tradition whilst also adapting to the new technologies, trends and styles that make and will always make websites special within the inescapably changing world we live in - one pixel at a time. Changes will continue to come and I hope to embrace them with the confidence and determination that has made me who I am today.
*Interesting fact: I was born a matter of days before the first website went live in 1991, back when websites were simple black text, white backgrounds, and blue hyperlinks. Making it my life’s work to dedicate myself to create websites that push the boundaries of both design and code.
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The world around me is my greatest source of inspiration. I am fortunate to have lived in various European cities, each imprinting its unique language and accent on my design style. Among these cities, Berlin's influence stands out profoundly. The blend of brutalism and maximalism, ingrained in the city's environment, has become integral to my design identity. The city's graffiti and urban posters, adorning its U Bahn (Metro) walls, fuel my creative energy.
Akin to Berlin, Amsterdam's design essence shares similarities while maintaining a distinctive stripped-back yet impactful aesthetic. French design exudes elegance, favoring luxury and cleanliness. During my tenure in London, I was at quite a commercial agency scene, I refined my skill in simplifying designs for corporate clients while preserving visual allure. Moreover, my years spent in Bristol immersed in the world-renowned graffiti scene have infused my design approach.
The world around me is my greatest source of inspiration. I am fortunate to have lived in various European cities, each imprinting its unique language and accent on my design style. Among these cities, Berlin's influence stands out profoundly. The blend of brutalism and maximalism, ingrained in the city's environment, has become integral to my design identity. The city's graffiti and urban posters, adorning its U Bahn (Metro) walls, fuel my creative energy.
Akin to Berlin, Amsterdam's design essence shares similarities while maintaining a distinctive stripped-back yet impactful aesthetic. French design exudes elegance, favoring luxury and cleanliness. During my tenure in London, I was at quite a commercial agency scene, I refined my skill in simplifying designs for corporate clients while preserving visual allure. Moreover, my years spent in Bristol immersed in the world-renowned graffiti scene have infused my design approach.
Mango, often hailed as everyone's favorite fruit, caught my attention during my research. Its universal appeal made me think about the parallels with successful brands like Apple. Just like Apple's knack for implying freshness, innovation, and sleek design, 'Mango' signifies the same attributes for our brand.
Much like a ripe mango is irresistibly delicious, our products aim to evoke the same delight and satisfaction. So, here's to a name that's more than a name – it's a promise of quality, freshness, and that extra dose of goodness.
The cost of a website can vary depending on several factors, making it a relative consideration. Key variables include the number of pages your website requires, the choice of content management system (CMS), and whether you're interested in incorporating specialised creative coding, animations, or videos.
To provide you with an accurate quote tailored to your needs, the best approach is to visit our contact page. If you're seeking more clarity regarding our process and pricing structure, feel free to explore our process page.
During the initial discovery stage, before any commitment to the project, we engage in a thorough evaluation. This involves detailed questionnaires about your users and your brand. Based on your feedback, we will provide a personalised quote that aligns with your project's requirements.
UX, or User Experience, is a design practice that takes into account how individuals interact with products. Specifically in the context of websites, designers like myself emphasize that the user's experience holds greater significance than the mere visual appeal of the design. As the saying goes, "Great design is not about how something looks, it's about how it functions."
Hence, the visual aesthetics of a design are grounded in methodology and logic, achieved by identifying the archetypal users of the product. This involves crafting fictional characters that embody stereotypes aligning with user behavior, motivations, and interests. This process culminates in a deep comprehension of the actions these users are likely to undertake when navigating the website. The outcome is a meticulously planned user journey, incorporating well-defined objectives manifested as call-to-action elements.
I embody both roles of a designer and a developer. My journey began with a focus on development, as the market demanded, leading me to hybrid positions within agencies that seamlessly merged design and development. But as time went on, my true passion for design took over. This led me to senior designer roles within some of the most prominent European agencies.
My present focus revolves around visual design and creative coding. I bring a unique approach to coding, specialising in crafting engaging interactions and animations. Working closely with the experienced developers on my team, I offer a unique skill blend.
My journey spans from being a prolific fine artist and graffiti artist, selling paintings and adorning the streets of London, Paris, Bristol, Berlin, and Amsterdam. My academic background includes a BA in Graphic Communication, exploring conveying complex ideas visually, and a master's in Creative Technology, focusing on UX design and creative coding.
My work is acknowledged for pushing the boundaries of interactive design through concepts like maximalism and brutalism. In my designs, I fuse both conscious and unconscious elements, resulting in emotionally impactful interfaces. My unconventional and somewhat "mad scientist" approach ensures that my designs stand out and challenge the norms of traditional design. *Nothing will ever look like a template.
In essence, the distinction between UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience) lies in their focuses. UX delves into the psychology of user interactions, encompassing what users click on, the information they engage with, and the creation of an intuitive user journey. It's about optimizing the overall experience.
On the other hand, UI pertains to the visual aesthetics and design aspects of the product. It involves considerations such as colour palettes, typography, visual layouts, and photography styles. UI shapes how the product looks and feels.
A balanced fusion of both practices is crucial in design. Many web designers possess a solid grasp of both UX and UI, while some opt to specialise in one area.
Approaching each project as a blank canvas, my ultimate objective is to uncover the distinct essence of the brand I'm collaborating with. This pivotal element becomes the bedrock upon which I construct a visionary conceptual design, blending method and logic to meticulously craft an exceptional and captivating user experience.
I believe that a successful design should not only visually delight but also seamlessly guide users through their journey. With every pixel and interaction thoughtfully orchestrated, I aim to create an immersive digital realm that resonates with your audience on an emotional level.
By combining the soul of your brand with the finesse of design, my aspiration is to not just create a website, but to fashion an interactive masterpiece that leaves a lasting impression.
My music is primarily experienced through live performances. The essence of my music revolves around the audience's perception of what I create. This alignment with the audience's experience parallels my approach to design, where the user or audience is at the heart of every creation.