kalana
curious + creative

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resume
touching grass
graveyard




head in the clouds
feet planted on the ground
eyes glued to the screen













projects 









kindred roots


role: designer + strategist
timing: spring 2026
MIT
category: campaign, discursive design, art
professors: azra + s









background/problem


tldr: event on the airstrip that was formerly used for flights







phases overview


tldr: learning and beginning the restoration process through former Sul Ross State professor. 
utilizing clay from from different river sites and mixing with agave solution and hay to recreate consistency for restoration project.







phase one: 


tldr: photography at popular trails, campsites, visitor centers, 
including imagery of interns and interpretors