Most designers see limitations. I see possibilities. As a queer designer navigating ADHD, Bipolar I, anxiety, and the memory quirks left by two brain injuries, my creative process is anything but ordinary. It’s unpredictable, sometimes chaotic, often deeply rewarding—and it’s the foundation of CTDSF’s most unique looks.

There are days when my mind races with ideas, colors, and textures—moments when inspiration hits so hard I can barely keep up. Other days, I work around memory gaps, using sketches, voice notes, and digital reminders to capture fleeting sparks of creativity. Instead of fighting these cycles, I’ve learned to embrace them. They push me to experiment with bold contrasts, unusual color pairings, and patterns that feel alive—like our mushroom cityscape designs, which blend urban grit with psychedelic whimsy.