creative solutions for
learning communities
IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA
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IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA ✦
At Deleon Design Collab, I offer creative design solutions tailored specifically for educational institutions. From artisanal awards and certificates made with local, sustainable materials to cohesive branding for school events, sports teams, and academic programs, every project is rooted in collaboration and thoughtful design. I also create visually engaging teacher and administrative tools such as new teacher packets, infographics, and instructional diagrams that support clear communication and community-building. Whether you're planning an event, welcoming new staff, or reimagining your school's visual identity, I bring a hands-on, research-driven approach to elevate your vision and make it truly memorable.
why collaborate?
Collaboration is at the heart of everything I do at Deleon Design Collab. I believe the most meaningful design solutions emerge when educators, administrators, and makers work together with shared purpose. Whether we're co-developing a visual identity, refining an event concept, or crafting a unique product, the process is rooted in open dialogue, mutual respect, and creative exchange. I listen deeply, ask the right questions, and build design solutions that reflect your school’s values and vision. As Helen Keller once said, "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." Collaboration isn’t just part of the process—it’s what makes the outcome memorable, authentic, and impactful.
Collaborative Mural | Elementary School Playground | QSI International School | Tbilisi, Georgia | 2022
About
Christian Deleon is a boundary-pushing maker, educator, and designer with over two decades of experience fusing digital and analog creativity. From the moment he opened Photoshop in 1996, his passion for exploring the intersection of art, design, and technology has only grown. With an MFA in Studio Art and a career that spans continents—from Texas to Tokyo—Christian brings an empathetic, inventive spirit to every project. Whether mentoring students, curating cross-disciplinary art shows, or developing functional, hand-crafted designs for schools, his work is driven by curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that great ideas begin with a simple “What if?”
It all starts with an idea
Proposal
Seisen International School
Big Science Day 2024 Event
Year
March, 2024
Proposal
Tarrant County College Northwest
Breezeway Redesign Proposal
Year
April, 2020
Proposal
Colegio Americano de Torreón
Celebration of Learning 2026 Event
Year
April, 2025
Proposal
Mexican Consulate | Dallas, Texas
Mural Design
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April, 2018
Proposal
Tarrant County College Northwest
Teacher Art Workshop
Year
April, 2019
design problems waiting to be solved
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Probem: How do I Visually and strategically communicate a brand's identity, values, and mission in a way that resonates with its target audience.
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Problem: Develop effective, engaging, and adaptable learning environments, systems, or curricula that support educational goals and meet the diverse needs of students, teachers, and communities.
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Problem: How to nurture student’s individual talents and creative confidence while providing structure, guidance, and real-world skills to support their personal and professional growth.
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Problem: How to balance fostering imaginative expression with building discipline, critical thinking, and technical skills in a supportive and inspiring learning environment.
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Problem: How to thoughtfully organize and present artworks to communicate meaning, engage audiences, and create a cohesive and impactful visual experience.
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Problem: How to create an inclusive, hands-on learning experience that fosters creativity, skill-building, and problem-solving through guided exploration and making.
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Problem: How to create a cohesive visual and experiential identity that captures the event’s purpose, attracts the target audience, and enhances recognition and engagement before, during, and after the event.
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Problem: How to create functional, aesthetically appealing, and user-centered solutions that meet specific needs, solve real-world problems, and align with business objectives.
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Problem: How to visually communicate messages and information in a clear, compelling, and aesthetically effective way to engage and inform a target audience.
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Problem: How to organize and visually communicate information in a clear, engaging, and persuasive way that supports the speaker’s message and captures the audience’s attention.
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Problem: How to guide students in developing a cohesive and technically proficient portfolio that meets AP requirements while expressing their individual artistic voice.
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Problem: How to support educators and students in effectively understanding, implementing, and navigating the IB Design framework to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment practices.
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Problem: How to efficiently coordinate people, resources, and processes to create a safe, productive, and inspiring environment for ceramic artists and learners.
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Digitally altering spaces to suit clients needs. Layouts, sketches and photo-montaging to create a visualization to help spark interest.
IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA
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IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA ✦
