About
Hey there! My name is Ana Leão, with that little wiggly thing on top of the ‘a’, which means I’m very Brazilian.
I'm a multi-disciplinary designer and communicator located in Toronto,ON.
Mission
Being curious is my superpower, my goal is to continue to be open to new ideas, learn from different perspectives, explore the world and touch people with design.
I believe that creativity shapes how we understand the world and what we believe in. Curiosity is what drives me to explore everything creative, it’s the bridge connecting me to people, it’s what makes me come alive. I'm committed to lifelong learning and building meaningful connections.
Approach
I'm from Brasília, the capital of Brazil. Brasília has a big influence on my work, due to its modernist architecture and uniquely artistic urban planning.
My approach is reflected in creating bold yet minimal designs that stand out.
Influences
Influences
My Personal Library
Every artist is a collector, selecting and using things that speak directly to their soul. Inspirations always help me to produce my best work and to keep my creativity alive.
Here are some recommendations of books, podcasts, music I've used as references over the past month.
Book of the month
Video of the Month
Recipe of my fav dessert
You gotta listen to this
Must Follow on IG
Best Books
The Brand Gap by Martin Neumeier
The Brand Zag by Martin Neumeier
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini
The Psychology of Color by Eva Heller
Thinking With Type by Ellen Lupton
Steal Like An Artist by Austin Kleon
Show Your Work by Austin Kleon
Citizen First Designer Second by Rejane Dal Bello
Designing Brand Identity by Alina Wheeler
Win Without Pitching Manifesto by Blair Enns