Design Week 2026

Mike Csorba, Motion Designer

Keyframing as Narrative

9:30 am - 10:30 am

Mike Csorba is a motion designer known for dynamic visuals, bold typography, and seamless animation. His work blends storytelling with strong graphic composition, creating engaging digital experiences across branding, advertising, and interactive media.

• https://mikecsorba.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/csorba_studio/

Luis Gonzalez, Creative Director, Brand Team, Adobe

Moving into Art Direction

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Luis Gonzalez is a Creative Director on the Brand Team at Adobe, leading brand strategy and visual storytelling. He focuses on building cohesive, impactful brand experiences across campaigns, digital platforms, and global creative initiatives.

Luis Gonzalez, Creative Director, Brand Team, Adobe

Figma Workshop

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us for a Figma workshop with Luis Gonzalez, Creative Director at Adobe. Explore creative workflows and branding insights in Figma. Spots are limited to 20 participants who register on Saints Connect.

Jason Naylor, Creative Director, Visual Artist & Muralist

Walls as Canvas

9:30 am - 10:30 am

Join us for a discussion with Jason Naylor, a muralist and designer known for bold color, positivity, and expressive typography. He’ll share insights on illustration, public art, and building a creative career through vibrant visual storytelling.

• https://jasonnaylor.nyc
• https://www.instagram.com/jasonnaylor

Jason Naylor, Creative Director, Visual Artist & Muralist

Mural Workshop

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for a mural workshop with Jason Naylor, known for his bold colors, positivity, and expressive typography. Gain hands-on insight into large-scale mural design and creative process. Spots are limited to 20 participants — register now on Saints Connect.

• https://jasonnaylor.nyc
• https://www.instagram.com/jasonnaylor

Laura Burgess, Ceramic Artist, PAStA Fine Art Gallery

Forget White Subway Tile! Workshop

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Forget white subway tile! For centuries, cultures have expressed their love of color and texture through ceramic tiles in homes and public spaces. This hands-on workshop will show you how to translate your graphic design skills into stunning, one-of-a-kind 3D works of art.

Students will see examples of tile through the centuries and where tile making is heading in the future. This workshop will provide students with the basics of clay handling, including using texture, building up, and removing clay to create a unique six-inch tile. A brief discussion on production tiles and various finishes will also be provided. Finished tiles will be high-fired and available to the students three weeks after the workshop.

• https://www.lauraburgessart.com
• https://www.instagram.com/lauraspiritoburgessart/
• https://www.facebook.com/lauraburgessart/

Graphic Design Program Senior Panel

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us for a Flagler College Graphic Design Senior Panel, where students can engage with experienced seniors to gain valuable insights into the program. This interactive session allows you to ask questions about coursework, internships, portfolios, job searches, and personal experiences in the field. Seniors will share tips on time management, creative growth, and industry expectations, guiding you as you navigate your journey. Whether you're curious about software, project critiques, or career paths, this panel is your chance to connect with those with firsthand experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from your peers!

• https://www.instagram.com/aigaflaglerstudentgroup

Visual Arts Advisory Board

Graphic Design Roundtable Discussions

4:00 pm  - 5:00 pm

The Visual Arts Advisory Board Roundtables bring together industry professionals, alums, and faculty for focused discussions on the evolving landscape of art and design education. These collaborative sessions provide a forum for dialogue on emerging trends, workforce needs, and innovative practices shaping the creative industries.

Through small-group conversations, board members share insights that inform program development, strengthen community partnerships, and ensure the Visual Arts curriculum remains relevant, rigorous, and aligned with professional standards. The roundtables also serve as a networking opportunity for faculty and board members to exchange ideas, identify areas for collaboration, and support the success of current and future students.
 

Juried Design Exhibition

Graphic Design Student Work

5:00 pm  - 6:00 pm

The Juried Design Exhibition showcases the exceptional creativity, craftsmanship, and conceptual thinking of students in the Graphic Design program. Open to all levels, this annual exhibition celebrates the best student work selected by a panel of faculty jurors.

Featuring projects across branding, typography, packaging, web, interactive, advertising, environmental, and experiential design, the exhibition highlights how students integrate research, innovation, and visual storytelling into professional-level outcomes.

More than a showcase, the Juried Design Exhibition is an opportunity for students to engage in the broader creative community—connecting classroom learning with real-world expectations and celebrating the next generation of visual communicators.

Kasha Fahy, Brand & Marketing Manager, Jax Library Art Museum

Stack Your Skills: Building a Creative Career that Evolves Workshop

9:30 am - 10:30 am

In this workshop, students learn how combining fine art, graphic design, marketing, and sales creates unexpected career opportunities. Students will learn why stacking creative and business skills increases value in today’s market. The session concludes with a hands-on watercolor exercise inspired by nature and personal artistic growth. Spots are limited to 20 participants — register now on Saints Connect.

PGA Tour Design Team

Eric Hanson, Rachel Staehling, and William Ruth

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join the PGA TOUR Design Team — Eric Hanson, Rachel Staehling, and William Ruth — for an inside look at how one of the world’s most recognized sports organizations builds a visual system that performs at the highest level. Based at the PGA TOUR's global headquarters in Ponte Vedra Beach, the team leads creative direction across tournament branding, social media campaigns, environmental graphics, motion design, merchandise, broadcast assets, and large-scale fan experiences. From The Players Championship to global TOUR initiatives, their work lives across physical spaces, digital platforms, and televised moments — where every detail must communicate prestige, energy, and precision.

• https://www.pgatour.com

Karen Kurycki Designer & Illustrator

Ideas into Impact

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Join Karen Kurycki, founder of CMYKaren, LLC. She’ll share insight into her creative process, blending bold watercolor, illustration, and design to build vibrant, story-driven brand experiences.

• https://cmykaren.com/

Shepherd Advertising Agency

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Shepherd is a full-service Jacksonville and Atlanta ad agency that has been crafting intelligent, creative consumer and business-to-business marketing solutions since 1984.

• https://shepherdagency.com
• https://www.instagram.com/shepherdagency
• Meet at the studio 15 minutes before the tour.
• 5 W Forsyth St #200, Jacksonville, FL 32202
• 904-359-0981

Optional: Lunch

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m

• Location TBD

63 Visual Design Company

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

63 Visual is a Jacksonville Beach-based graphic design studio specializing in logo design, brand development, web design, and all things visually associated with your company or organization.

• Meet at the studio 15 minutes before the tour.
• 602 Shetter Ave, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
• 833-630-6363

How to Sign Up for the Studio Tours

• Space is limited.
• Students must RSVP on Saints Connect and attend an informational meeting in S7 on Wednesday at 3 p.m.
• For additional details, contact Chris Smith at csmith@flagler.edu.