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Hi! I’m Maryknell Valdecañas—an experienced visual artist, fashion designer, and garment technician with a strong passion for creating visually compelling work. I combine fashion design and garment technical design with graphic art and traditional painting, bringing ideas from concept to finished pieces with a keen eye for detail.
I’m skilled in garment construction and technical design, as well as digital illustration and traditional painting techniques. Alongside professional fashion and garment roles, I’ve also built a vibrant exhibiting career through numerous featured artworks and solo shows, and I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to deliver innovative, polished outputs.
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Fashion Designer at Healwear NYC Idol
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Worked as a fashion designer for Healwear NYC Idol.
Visual Artist (Exhibitions / Ongoing Artistic Practice)
January 1, 2019 - PresentShowcased artwork through multiple solo and group exhibits and festivals across the Philippines (and international mention: Becoming, Sol Gallery Melbourne). Projects include label design collaborations, featured artworks in published art books, and recurring exhibition participation.
Graphic Artist at AirAsia
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Produced graphic artwork for AirAsia.
Fashion Designer at Healwear NYC Idol
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Designed fashion outputs for Healwear NYC Idol as part of fashion-related creative production.
Technical Designer at Golden ABC
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Created technical design work for tops category, supporting accurate design specifications and garment development requirements.
Fashion Designer at Healwear NYC Idol
January 1, 2017 - PresentGraphic Artist at AirAsia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Technical Designer (Tops category) at Golden ABC
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Tops category) at Golden ABC
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Fashion Designer at Healwear NYC Idol
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Designed fashion pieces for Healwear’s NYC Idol.
Graphic Artist at AirAsia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Created graphic art deliverables for AirAsia.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer at Golden ABC
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017Designed and developed tops category product concepts, translating creative direction into developable designs.
Technical Designer (Tops category) at Golden ABC
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Produced technical design work for tops, supporting garment construction accuracy through specifications and development support for production readiness.
Graphic Artist at AirAsia
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017Produced graphic artwork for AirAsia, contributing design outputs for marketing/branding needs.
Fashion Designer (Backstage Dresses) & Support Roles at Wrangler
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Contributed to backstage dress work for Wrangler fashion show and supported event execution roles including sales rally leadership and ushering for fashion week.
Technical Designer (Tops category) at Golden ABC
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017Provided technical design support for the tops category, working on garment construction requirements and technical specifications to support production.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Tops category) at Golden ABC
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017Created and developed tops designs, combining fashion creativity with practical development needs to produce garments aligned with brand and product requirements.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer at Wrangler Philippines (MJI)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013Produced fashion designs and developed products for bottoms category, supporting design and development work for both denim and non-denim lines.
Usher at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Served as an usher for Wrangler’s “My Fit My Edge” fashion week.
Usher (Wrangler ‘My Fit My Edge’ Fashion Week) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Provided support as an usher during Wrangler’s ‘My Fit My Edge’ Fashion Week.
Fashion Designer (Backstage Dresses) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Designed backstage dresses for Wrangler’s fashion show.
Usher (Fashion Week) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Acted as an usher for Wrangler’s ‘My Fit My Edge’ Fashion Week, assisting with event flow and guest support.
Team Leader (Sales Rally) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Led a team for Wrangler’s sales rally, coordinating activities and supporting execution of event goals.
Backstage Dresses (Fashion Show) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Supported backstage dress preparation and presentation for Wrangler’s fashion show, ensuring garments were prepared for styling and performance.
Usher at Wrangler (My Fit My Edge Fashion Week)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Team Leader (Wrangler Sales Rally) at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Backstage Dresses Fashion Designer at Wrangler
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Backstage Dresses (Wrangler fashion show) at Wrangler
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Supported backstage dress needs for fashion events, helping ensure garments were ready for show requirements and presentation.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Bottoms category; denim & non-denim at Wrangler Philippines, MJI) at Wrangler Philippines (MJI)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Developed fashion products for bottoms across denim and non-denim categories, supporting design creation from concept through development. Worked in roles that involved both creative design and practical product readiness for fashion show and commercial needs.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Bottoms category; denim & non-denim) at Wrangler Philippines / MJI
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Designed and developed fashion products for the bottoms category, supporting technical development and production readiness for denim and non-denim styles.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Bottoms category) at Wrangler Philippines, MJI
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011Handled design and product development for bottoms in both denim and non-denim categories. Worked on styling and development from concept through creation with an emphasis on fit, technical soundness, and visual appeal.
Freelance Designer at Johnson & Johnson’s (Larong Pinoy)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Provided freelance design support for Larong Pinoy under Johnson & Johnson’s, contributing creative work aligned with campaign/branding requirements.
Fashion Designer / Product Developer (Bottoms category; denim & non-denim) at Wrangler Philippines, MJI
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Freelance Designer at Johnson’s and Johnson’s (Larong Pinoy)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Freelance Designer at Johnson’s & Johnson’s (Larong Pinoy)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010Worked as a freelance designer for Johnson’s & Johnson’s for ‘Larong Pinoy,’ supporting creative needs for the event.
Education
Thesis (Best in Research of the year - Individual Thesis) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Thesis award (education record mentioned, degree type not specified) at University of the Philippines
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Competition participation (education record mentioned, institution not specified) at New Era University
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Thesis (Best in Research of the Year - Individual Thesis) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Thesis (Best in Research of the year - Individual Thesis) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000 at New Era University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Thesis (Best in Research of the year - Individual Thesis) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014Thesis (Best in Research of the year - Individual Thesis) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Qualifications
Tanduay’s ‘Tibay ng Bayani’ Label Design Competition - 1st Place
January 1, 2018 - July 27, 2026RACER Awardee (Golden ABC)
January 1, 2014 - July 27, 2026Best in Research of the year (Individual Thesis - University of the Philippines)
January 1, 2010 - July 27, 2026World’s Longest Painting (Guinness World Records) - Participant
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Portrait Drawing Competition (1st runner up - New Era University)
January 1, 2003 - July 27, 2026Logo Making Contest (2nd runner up - New Era University)
January 1, 2005 - July 27, 2026Mural Painting Contest (1st runner up - New Era University)
January 1, 2006 - July 27, 2026Tanduay’s ‘Tibay ng Bayani’ Label Design Competition (1st Place)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014RACER Awardee (Golden ABC)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Tanduay’s ‘Tibay ng Bayani’ Label Design Competition - 1st Place
January 1, 2017 - July 27, 2026RACER Awardee (Golden ABC)
January 1, 2008 - July 27, 2026RACER Awardee (Golden ABC)
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2026Tanduay ‘Tibay ng Bayani’ Label Design Competition (1st Place)
January 1, 2018 - August 31, 2026World’s Longest Painting on continuous canvas (Guinness World Records - Participant)
January 1, 2003 - August 31, 2026RACER Awardee (Golden ABC)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Tanduay’s Tibay ng Bayani Label Design Competition (1st Place)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Other, Consumer Goods
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