MICA Maryland Institute College of Art
Specialisms: Graphic Design / Typography / Printmaking
Location: New York, United States
First Name: Priyanka
Last Name: Bhalerao
Specialisms: Graphic Design / Typography / Printmaking
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My Location: New York, United States
University / College: MICA Maryland Institute College of Art
Course / Program Title: Graphic Design MFA
Heya! I’m Priyanka, a visual storyteller with an MFA in Graphic Design from MICA, Baltimore, with years of experience across advertising, branding, motion, retail, and E-learning. I’m fluent in Adobe Creative Suite, think in Figma, and believe every design should reflect the heartbeat of a brand authentic, clear, and memorable.
In Sanskrit language, “hasta” means hand and “mudra” means gesture; together, they form a system of hand gestures used in Indian classical dance. Fascinated by how dancers use one single gesture to interpret different meanings and to convey objects, emotions, and stories through movement. Through my work, I explore these ancient hand gestures through design to enhance dance not just for aesthetics, but for learning, preservation, and emotional connection. This invites you to not only see with your eyes, but also begin to speak with your hands.