Braden Graves
Visual studies
Ringling College of Art and Design
Specialisms: Product Design / Sustainable Design / Design Research
Location: Sarasota, United States
Braden Graves
First Name: Braden
Last Name: Graves
Specialisms: Product Design / Sustainable Design / Design Research
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My Location: Sarasota, United States
University / College: Ringling College of Art and Design
Course / Program Title: Visual studies
About
Hi there! I’m a designer who is passionate about building interactive environments for children.
I recently earned my B.A. in Visual Studies from Ringling College of Art and Design, with minors in Fine Arts and Business. My focus lies in children’s exhibit design, educational interactives, and play-based experiences, drawing from a background in fabrication, prototyping, and visual storytelling.
Whether I’m designing toy concepts, building wood and 3D-printed exhibit elements, or helping kids overcome their fear of water in my current role as a Swim Associate, I care deeply about crafting safe, engaging spaces where children feel empowered to explore.
I’m now actively looking for opportunities in themed entertainment, museums, and educational design.
Let’s connect!
Portfolio | bgraves245.wixsite.com/graves
Email | bgraves@qualifiedappts.net
Software: AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Nuke, Premiere Pro
I recently earned my B.A. in Visual Studies from Ringling College of Art and Design, with minors in Fine Arts and Business. My focus lies in children’s exhibit design, educational interactives, and play-based experiences, drawing from a background in fabrication, prototyping, and visual storytelling.
Whether I’m designing toy concepts, building wood and 3D-printed exhibit elements, or helping kids overcome their fear of water in my current role as a Swim Associate, I care deeply about crafting safe, engaging spaces where children feel empowered to explore.
I’m now actively looking for opportunities in themed entertainment, museums, and educational design.
Let’s connect!
Portfolio | bgraves245.wixsite.com/graves
Email | bgraves@qualifiedappts.net
Software: AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Nuke, Premiere Pro
Designers have a unique opportunity to make learning more engaging. This project explores how exhibit design can encourage learning through interactive play. This 4x4ft exhibit introduces 3–5 year olds to the world of bees. Features like puzzles for sorting bee types, mazes tracing flight paths, and a honeycomb model, teach concepts like pollination and bee communication while promoting conservation. The process involved extensive research on child development and museum education, and improved through prototyping and mentor feedback. Every element, from the size of the interactives to the paint ingredients, were carefully planned to create an engaging experience for children. View the full process here: https://youtu.be/Ksbz-vfpOhA Parlez-vous français ? Cette vidéo contient des sous-titres, lisez chacune des lignes principales. / ¿Hablas español? Este vídeo contiene subtítulos, lee cada una de las líneas secundarias en cursiva. Lien ici: / Enlace aquí: https://youtu.be/PL5sIEZA-SA
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