Celebrating Heritage through Design
A commemorative uniform patch honoring
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Working with Deputy Tracy Tran, I designed a patch that brings cultural symbols into the familiar sheriff’s emblem. The dragon and flowers reflect protection,
resilience, and unity, with the aim of encouraging conversation
and connection with the community.
resilience, and unity, with the aim of encouraging conversation
and connection with the community.
From Artwork to Embroidery
The original digital design alongside the finished patch, showing how the dragon, flowers, and lettering translate into thread and texture.
The original digital design alongside the finished patch, showing how the dragon, flowers, and lettering translate into thread and texture.
A personal connection
With Deputy Tracy Tran and the finished AAPI Heritage Month patch. It was a pleasure to work with Tracy on a design that celebrates the communities she serves.
