Neo Khama | Graphic Design

Over the last few weeks I’ve had no words. No words to be able to express how I feel. No words that would accurately reflect or articulate the cumulative grief that the black community is feeling. To try and explain how sad and defeated you feel when you know that your pain does not even begin to compare to those that are directly effected by the senseless murders feels self-involved.⁣ ⁣ But I want to acknowledge that I stand with my community of black and brown people across the world but especially in the US where the brutality is front and center. To all who feel like they can’t breathe freely and safely - I stand in strength with you.⁣ ⁣ To white/white passing people, please do the work to become an ally no matter how uncomfortable it feels. That doesn’t mean just posting an IG graphic, but taking action. If you are looking for some resources, please check the link in bio for @diveinwell . Please take this moment to amplify, support and hold up black voices and businesses. Not because it’s trending but because you truly care and you are committed to change.

I’ve been on a long Instagram hiatus but coming back to share this incredible project from @instagramforbusiness , @facebookelevate and @theccnyc , that I was lucky enough to be a part of. ⁣ ⁣ 15 Black creatives paired up with 15 Black-owned businesses to help elevate their Instagram presence with a thoughtful campaign. Honoured to have had the opportunity to work with @mamabossedup , and to be amongst so much incredible talent. ⁣ ⁣ #wecreatepartner

Hiiii 🙋🏽‍♀️⁣ ⁣ I’ve been on a long Instagram hiatus but coming back to share this incredible project from @instagramforbusiness , @facebookelevate and @theccnyc , that I was lucky enough to be a part of. ⁣ ⁣ 15 Black creatives paired up with 15 Black-owned businesses to help elevate their Instagram presence with a thoughtful campaign. Honoured to have had the opportunity to work with @mamabossedup , and to be amongst so much incredible talent. ⁣ ⁣ #wecreatepartner⁣

Happy Juneteenth. Also known as Freedom or Emancipation day, Juneteenth marks the day that the enslaved in Texas were informed of their freedom, despite it being 2 and 1/2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It’s a day to celebrate, and I could not be more honoured to be part of the @diveinwell ’s effort to create and hold space for black folx with a weekend long celebration of black joy, healing and freedom. If you are feeling abundant and want to contribute, non-black POCs, white and passing folx can show their support by donation. ⁣ ⁣ It’s also a day to reflect. Whilst there is so much to celebrate there is still a way to go. After the abolition of slavery, in both the UK and the US slaver owners were compensated for the loss of “their property”. In fact, in the UK, the government took out a £20 million loan (the equivalent of $20 billion in todays terms), and UK tax payers were still paying this back up until 2015. I have no idea what the cost to US taxpayers amounted to, but the argument against reparations is always that it’s not fair to make today’s citizen’s pay for yesterdays atrocities. That might be an argument if the oppressed and descendants of the oppressed were not being made to still suffer today and in the future. There are so many who aren’t free, black people disproportionately account for the prison population - and there are organisations who continue to use free prison labour - slavery has just taken a new form. Please read @iamrachelricketts last post, and watch the Thirteenth on Netflix for further insight. ⁣ ⁣ So I ask everyone to continue to do the work to inform yourself about systematic racism, methods of oppression and white supremacy. These don’t only take the form of blatant racism, but can be seen through daily small micro-aggressions. I was devastated this week to discover quite a few people I follow, who all posted black squares in “solidarity”, were also found to be liking posts from an account that’s so incredibly harmful to black people. In my eyes, performative allyship can be just as harmful as blatant racism. Let’s get to work!⁣

🙋🏽‍♀️ hi all!⁣ ⁣ It feels like it’s been a hot minute even though it’s been months since my last post. ⁣ ⁣ I’ve had my head down with amazing and beautiful projects which I hope to share soon 🙏🏽 but life has been a bit of whirlwind so I’ve been giving myself grace and space to step back from the posting and scrolling! ⁣ ⁣ That being said, I HAD to post and share this wonderful movement called @diveinwell that I’m honoured to have been a small part. @diveinwell ’s mission is to be a catalyst for change and help wellness and self-care reach broader audiences through diversity and inclusion. We just launched a crowdfunding campaign and need your help! Please follow @diveinwell , like, engage and share their posts! And please consider donating, even if you it’s just $5.⁣ ⁣ Thank you @maryamajayi for including me in this project! Forever grateful to be part of this insanely talented team. 🙏🏽💛✨ Check the link in the bio! 🥰

Imposter syndrome - my old friend. Even when I feel like I’ve kicked her out of my inner circle, she loves to say hello and pop up at the MOST inopportune times.⁣ ⁣ I have recently learnt some amazing techniques from @alyssanobriga on how to deal with my inner critic. A simple one being to say “thank you, I know you are just trying to look out for me and make sure I don’t fail or humiliate myself but no thank you”. Learning to be compassionate with myself and not let the judgements trap me is a long journey, but so happy and proud to be taking all the small steps I need. ⁣ ⁣ Have you struggled in the past with self-doubt and imposter syndrome? Would love to know how you handle it and cheer you on your journey. Send me a DM or comment below. 💕✨⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Ps. Alyssa has an incredible giveaway on her feed, which you don’t want to miss out on. 💫⁣✨ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #brandstylist #branddesigner #creativepreneur #celebratingwomen #artofslowliving #thatsdarling #graphicdesigner #thehappynow #flashesofdelight #pursuepretty #livethelittlethings #darlingmovement #darlingweekend #livecolorfully #petitejoys #chasinglight #risingtidesociety #finditliveit #seekthesimplicity #socality #lookslikefilm #myunicornlife #acolorstory #calledtobecreative #blackgirlmagic⁣ #impostersyndrome #nofearbutgrowth

🙋🏽‍♀️ New work for @brandmecollective , a curated membership for female founders. Really enjoyed working with Coral on this project. We didn’t rebuild the site from scratch but rather elevated certain elements including my favourite - the typography. ⁣ ⁣ Here’s Coral’s take on working with me 🥰⁣ ⁣ “Working with Neo is a dream. She is a brilliant designer, always calm and just a delight to work with. A five minute conversation with Neo leaves you feeling like you have done a yoga session - no easy feat when you are dealing with websites which in my experience are never straightforward! Neo worked to a tricky brief with a slightly OCD client on this project and surpassed all expectations”⁣ ⁣ If you want to chat about working together before the end of the year, I have a couple of spots still open for smaller projects. Send me a DM for a complimentary mini consult. ✨⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #designbynk #neokhama #typography #branding #graphicdesign #webdesign #shopifydesign #designinspiration #branddesigner #bossbabe #bossbabeiga #communityovercompetition #brandstory #theeverygirl #creativepreneur #creativewomen #girlboss #thatsdarling #visualidentity #inspiration #risingtidesociety #inspiredlife #whitespacefall #thehappynow #flashesofdelight #gritandvirtue #bloomyellow #pursuepretty #thefutureisfreelance

Today’s PSA. Tag a friend that needs reminding. #mondaymotivation

🙋🏽‍♀️ Happy Tuesday! It’s been a busy few months for me what with me moving half way across the world! But I have also been hard work with so many new projects, most of which haven’t fully launched, so sharing a sneak peak of what I’ve been up to.⁣ ⁣ ⬆️ If you’d like to take your brand or website to the next level in time for the new decade (!) let’s chat! DM if you’d like a free mini-consult to chat about your options. 💕✨

Happy Friday! Whilst I’m not headed to the Beverly Hills Hotel with impossibly chic luggage in tow nor am I off on holiday, I feel full of that excitable pre-vacation feeling and it’s been like this all week. So many wonderful things on the horizon, and even though my to do list gets longer and longer, my heart is so full of gratitude and thanks that I get to do what I love each day. ⁣ ⁣ Leave a 🙋🏽‍♀️ if you feel grateful for anything that’s happened to you this week. Big or small 🙏🏽⁣ ⁣ 📷: @graymalin

🙋🏽‍♀️ It's been a long a while! Saying hello to new friends, and thank you to old friends who have stuck by me - I'm still here. First thing first - a formal introduction! I'm Neo, a graphic designer from Botswana, and a recent import to LA. ⁣ ⁣ ✈️ Moving half way across the world is not easy! I've done it before, but this time definitely took its toll - perhaps I am just getting old 😱. Unfortunately IG was a casualty as I settled into Cali life, sunshine and palm trees , but excited to be back and share what I have been up to. ⁣ ⁣ 👩🏽‍💻I have also opened up my books again and have a few spaces available! I would love to chat with anyone who's interested in working together, or with anyone that's looking for a little guidance and advice. Comment below or send me a DM and I'll send you a booking link for a no-obligation mini-consult. ⁣ ⁣ If you are ready to start 2020 in style with a beautiful brand or your dream website - I'd love to help you get there! 💘✨⁣

Taking a small moment for myself with a two day break from work, in a very peaceful idyllic spot (more on my stories). Hard to not feel guilty about not working but it’s also very necessary for my sanity. If you’re having a moment, remember to pause, take a deep breath and reset. It should feel a little better. 💛⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #quoteoftheday #qotd #branddesigner #bossbabe #bossbabeiga #communityovercompetition #brandstory #theeverygirl #girlboss #thatsdarling #inspiration #inspiredlife #whitespeacespring #thehappynow #flashesofdelight #gritandvirtue #bloomyellow #pursuepretty #artofslowliving #thecalltocourage #jasminestar #aotd #instaquote #lifequotes #inspirationalquotes #quotestoliveby