I’m Maria D. Klüssmann...

About Me.

design is my passion

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Know Me.

I have a passion for the intersection of technology and art. As a UX designer and digital illustrator, I specialize in creating digital experiences that are not only functional and intuitive, but also visually stunning and memorable. My goal is to tell visual stories and solve design problems with a fresh and creative perspective.

Practice makes the difference.

Experienced digital illustrator, and UX/UI Designer.

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I’m a visual artist and UX designer who thrives in the contrast of worlds. My creative universe blends the macabre with the cute—a Dark-Kawaii aesthetic where colorful charm meets somber details. Whether I’m building intuitive interfaces or crafting original merchandise, character creation, amigurumis, and illustrations, my goal is always to create a memorable, deeply personal connection through my art.

Work Experience.

Independent Artist & Merchandise Creator, and Freelance digital and traditional illustration, specializing in custom commissions and product design (stickers, keychains, and handmade textile art). Managed end-to-end production, pricing logistics, and public presentation for major art markets and conventions, successfully connecting original visual concepts with an active community of collectors.

Education.

Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts (Final Semesters) – Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala. Advanced studies in traditional and digital artistic techniques, research, and visual narrative. Complemented by specialized training in User Experience (UX/UI) Design, focusing on empathy-driven wireframing, digital prototyping, and user-centric problem-solving.

Knowledge is everything

My Skills.

01.

UX/UI DESIGN

Crafting intuitive, user-centered digital experiences through empathy-driven research, wireframing, and interactive prototyping. I focus on solving complex design problems while maintaining a seamless balance between visual aesthetics and clean interface usability

02.

product design

Bringing creative concepts into the physical and digital world. From layout structuring and asset design to manufacturing merchandise like custom stickers, charms, and textile art—managing the entire lifecycle from ideation to final product delivery.

03.

illustration

Specializing in both digital and traditional mediums with a unique artistic voice. Expert in building detailed visual narratives, custom character design, and expressive artwork, often blending cute motifs with darker, somber, and contrast-rich aesthetics.

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Beyond screens and digital canvases, I am a curious mind in constant motion. My personal interests fuel my everyday creativity, inspiring me to explore fresh perspectives and hidden details in the world around me.

Travel.

Traveled to El Salvador representing my university, where my team won 1st place in an intense academic competition alongside other national university students and international peers from Mexico.

WELLNESS & TRAINING.

Dedicated to physical training and high-endurance challenges, regularly hitting the gym and hiking active volcanoes. This lifestyle keeps me grounded, builds mental resilience, and fuels the focus and stamina required for demanding, long-term design projects.

Tradicional art.

Exploring the tactile world through large-scale canvas painting and traditional fine arts. Working away from screens allows me to experiment with raw textures, color theory, and visual weight, deeply enriching my digital illustration style.

3D SCULPTING & TOY ART.

Handcrafting physical figures, textile art, and custom merchandise from scratch. This process connects my design thinking with spatial awareness and 3D prototyping, translating conceptual characters into tangible, high-quality products.

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