I am an independent Design and Art Director based in London, working across design, art direction and visual storytelling. My practice explores the relationship between form, perception and emotion, shaped by influences from eastern philosophy, psychology, photography and the arts. Photography was my entry point into visual communication and remains central to how I approach image-making, meaning and atmosphere. Growing up in a family of three generations of jewellers also instilled in me a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, precision and material sensitivity. Alongside my creative practice, my training in classical Ayurvedic Medicine informs a holistic approach to observation, balance and systemic thinking.

RAQUEL VIEIRA DA SILVA

I am an independent Design and Art Director based in London, working across design, art direction and visual storytelling. My practice explores the relationship between form, perception and emotion, shaped by influences from eastern philosophy, psychology, photography and the arts. Photography was my entry point into visual communication and remains central to how I approach image-making, meaning and atmosphere. Growing up in a family of three generations of jewellers also instilled in me a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, precision and material sensitivity. Alongside my creative practice, my training in classical Ayurvedic Medicine informs a holistic approach to observation, balance and systemic thinking.

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I am an independent Design and Art Director based in London, working across design, art direction and visual storytelling. My practice explores the relationship between form, perception and emotion, shaped by influences from eastern philosophy, psychology, photography and the arts. Photography was my entry point into visual communication and remains central to how I approach image-making, meaning and atmosphere.
Growing up in a family of three generations of jewellers also instilled in me a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, precision and material sensitivity. Alongside my creative practice, my training in classical Ayurvedic Medicine informs a holistic approach to observation, balance and systemic thinking.

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Work Experience

Independent Designer & Art Director at RVDS Limited
January 1, 2012 - Present
Independent designer and art director offering branding, identity, and visual storytelling across editorial, packaging and campaigns.
Creative Director at Monseo Jewels
January 1, 2019 - Present
Creative Director overseeing brand identity, product storytelling and strategic design for jewelry brands.
Brand Consultant at Monseo Jewels
July 1, 2007 - December 1, 2018
Brand consultant providing strategy, identity and communications guidance for jewelry business.
Freelance Senior Designer at Pentagram (Samar Maakaroun’s team)
November 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Freelance senior designer collaborating on high-profile branding and identity projects.
Freelance Senior Designer at Noë & Associates
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Freelance senior designer contributing to branding, identity and design systems across clients.
Freelance Senior Designer at Winkreative
September 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Freelance senior designer working on brand design and campaigns.
Design Director at Columns Design
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019
Design Director leading creative direction and design production for client projects.
Associate / Designer at Brody Associates / Neville Brody Studio
October 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Associate/Designer contributing to visual identities and editorial design.
Senior Designer at DBOX London
April 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Senior designer working on brand experiences and visual identity systems.

Education

Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Therapist at Amayur
October 1, 2021 - July 1, 2025
MA Graphic Branding & Identity at London College of Communication
January 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
MA Communication Design at Central Saint Martins
September 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
BA Communication Design at ESAD College of Art & Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Specialisation: printmaking techniques and web design at Soares dos Reis School of Arts
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Musical Studies at Music Conservatory of Gaia
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Therapist
October 1, 2021 - July 1, 2025