Hi, 
I’m Mia.

A one-handed 
designer.



    I was born with amniotic band syndrome, which means that my left arm stops just below my elbow, and I am missing my left forearm and hand. My disability has given me a unique perspective and made me a passionate, hard-working and resilient person. Living with one hand creates different challenges and has turned me into a great problem solver and quick learner, as I am constantly having to find new ways to complete tasks that others would not bat an eye at. 

    Through design, I have become more comfortable with my disability, using it to advocate for and voice the challenges disabled people face. I enjoy creating work for social good through publication design, illustration and collage. 

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    Different Body

    June 2025


    An expression of the female disabled
    experience through type and collage.  




    Single Handed

    October 2023


    A conversation with parents and 
    child about growing up disabled.  



    Pitchfork Music 
    Festival Rebrand

    April 2022


    A visualisation of music through
    bold colour and illustration. 



    Design Vault

    September 2022


    An Aotearoa directory of design 
    studios for young creatives.