ABOUT MARIA

Born and raised in West Hollywood, California, I was inspired by the vibrant creative energy and diverse culture that surrounded me. From an early age, I was observant of details, immersing myself in drawing and making things. My parents showed me how important it was to be passionate and put your heart into what you do. My mother took time to make every detail beautiful, with gift wrapping so personal and lovely that it was a gift in itself. My father nurtured our garden and grew his own herbs, fruits and vegetables long before it was popular. The love and thought that went into everything made it that much more beautiful and delicious, and that is how I approach design, and life! As I get older, I realize how deeply this philosophy is tied to my Greek heritage. Love is expressed through sharing our creations, inspiring one another, and appreciating the simple pleasures in life.

With a lifelong passion for the arts, I believe design is an expression that is personal, thoughtful and brings joy to the soul. I’m always eager to explore and get involved in anything creative. Whether it’s obsessing over colors & graphics, fashion & textiles, handmade papers & printing, or food & interiors…I’m mesmerized by it all. I spent ten years as a Creative Director in the fashion industry where I was an integral part of the creative process from beginning to end. My background in visual merchandising, graphic design, product development, and marketing, has brought me here.

Passion and experience paired with a longing to help people build their brands inspired me to create Figmint Design. My love affair with the creative process from concept inception and material selection, to project execution and presentation, has enabled me to capture the individual spirit of each client.

In 2021, my husband and I moved to Austin, Texas with a vision of being closer to nature, experiencing a slower pace of life, and further pursuing our creative passions. Expanding my artistic expression to include conscious culinary and lifestyle content, while exploring this beautiful city and settling into our new home has been exciting. I look forward to what the future holds!