Makayla Sanchez

Hometown: Garland, Texas
Website: Makayla Sanchez

I’m a graphic designer and illustrator with a love for creating things that spark connection and curiosity. Ever since I was a kid, I was always drawn to creating things, whether it was drawing, painting, or making little crafts. My imagination knew no limits.

As I grew, art became a bigger part of who I am. I explored, learned, and experimented with different art forms. Each new experience fueled my passion for creating and my curiosity to keep learning. When I discovered the Communication Design at UNT, it felt like a natural extension of everything I loved. It opened up a world of endless possibilities and allowed me to turn ideas into something visual, meaningful, and lasting.

Today, I’m passionate about bringing ideas to life through illustrations, building cohesive brand identities, and designing engaging print and digital experiences. Outside of design, you can usually find me at a concert, enjoying game nights with my family, or walking my dog, Luna.

Four juice brand images: bottles with fruit and active figure art, a rollerskater near a mural, a Berry Blast carton with fruit, and an Instagram post with a handstand skater and branding text. Naked Juice was founded in 1983 by Jimmy Rosenberg in Santa Monica. Originally a entrepreneurial venture, Rosenberg sold to local beaches and markets before gaining recognition throughout the 80s and 90s. The goal was to enhance brand personality while maintaining its core values of natural ingredients, no additives, and vibrant nutrition. Custom illustrations were created to bring a fresh and dynamic visual identity to the product line.

Four images of the Elevation Worship: Lion publication: cover and first spread, full mock-up spreads, and two spreads with worship lyrics over singer photos. Elevation Worship is a contemporary worship group who has been steadily writing, recording, and releasing music since the church was founded more than 15 years ago in Charlotte, North Carolina. The goal of this book was to highlight its journey and the impact of their music through a carefully curated blend of photography, lyrics, personal testimonies, and behind-the-scenes insights, this book captures the essence of Elevation Worship’s mission — to spark revival.

Four images promoting a Lululemon 10K event: a runner in front of a mural, a route map with key markers, three Instagram Reels with event messaging, and a man wearing the race shirt. The Lululemon 10K Tour rebrand is a dynamic, energetic refresh designed to elevate the event’s visual identity and deepen its emotional connection with the global fitness community. The new creative direction features custom illustrations and typography that capture the rhythm, movement, and spirit of the event. Together, these elements create a bold, inclusive, and celebratory brand experience that reflects the core values of Lululemon — community, empowerment, and mindful living.

Five images of XOLO Bar & Cantina branding: exterior signage, Instagram posts of food and drinks, alebrije illustrations, colorful menu mock-up, and a delivery courier with the text "Vamos!" XOLO Bar and Cantina is where the essence of Mexico comes alive. Inspired by the mystical world of alebrijes, the fantastical creatures of Mexican folk art, and guided by the spirit of the Xoloitzcuintli Mexico's cherished national dog, XOLO, is more than a restaurant; it’s a cultural celebration.