I got my first computer in 1999. That was the same year that I took a break from doing my manga, partially because it took me a very long time to do a drawing. So, being frustrated with that, but still wanting to be creative, having a computer meant that I would have access to programs that could still allow me to do that, and do it much more quickly! Playing around with Photoshop, Illustrator, and some 3D programs, gave me almost limitless possibilites as far as making art was concerned. I started making personal wallpapers, fleshing out the butterflyexpressdesign brand, and at the same time I was making wallpapers about Ryoko Hirosue, Hikaru Utada, and Everquest...all things that I was getting into at the time. In 2004 when I got my first digital camera, the design stuff started slowing down. Again, this was a new (and lasting) outlet that allowed me to be very creative, and to do more of it much more quicky than before. Utilizing my graphic design skills is still enjoyable from time to time, though they don't get used that often. In 2015, I did a complete redesign of this website, the first major redesign since 2003. In 2023, the website's design was tweaked slightly in general, and to make it more responsive, especially for those viewing it on cellphones or tablets.
My graphic work is broken down into 3 areas. First, are my personal wallpapers and graphics for butterflyexpressdesign ('bed'), Which is basically just making pretty art/design stuff for myself. You'll be able to see how my brand identity and logos have evolved over the years into what they are now.
Second, are wallpapers that are created around 'ryoko hirosue' (a japanese actress/singer that I love). Her beauty inspired me to make many works based on her. I always made a conscious effort to make each one different from the last.
Lastly, in the 'other' section, are wallpapers that are based around Hikaru Utada (another japanese singer), Everquest (an online MMORPG), birthday wallpapers in tribute to Ryoko Hirosue, and milestone wallpapers based on visitor counts from a website that I would make a lot of these wallpapers for.
Please note that the 'Ryoko Hirosue' and 'other' stuff is not for sale, everything else is fair game! Thank you.