AIGA Houston

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AIGA | The professional association for design, Houston chapter Mailing address
AIGA Houston
PO Box 131361
Houston, TX 77219-1361
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AIGA, the professional association for design, is the place design professionals turn to first to exchange ideas and information, participate in critical analysis and research and advance education and ethical practice. Founded as the American Institute of Graphic Arts in 1914, AIGA is the oldest and largest membership association for professionals engaged in the discipline, practice and culture o

f designing. AIGA now represents 22,000 designers through national activities and local programs developed by 59 chapters and 240 student groups.

AIGA’s Design for Democracy: Get Out the Vote campaign launches May 1, and AIGA Houston is excited to help spread the wo...
05/02/2026

AIGA’s Design for Democracy: Get Out the Vote campaign launches May 1, and AIGA Houston is excited to help spread the word. Designers are invited to submit nonpartisan posters, and the national campaign will also feature webinars and video and podcast storytelling about the work, the makers, and why voting matters.

Swipe to see past posters submitted by local designers →

Learn more and submit your own: https://www.aiga.org/membership-community/design-for-democracy

🖼️ Designs by:
Alina Velasquez | .designs
Zoe Collins |
Emily Sosa |
Madison Galvez | .galvez.designs
Jacqueline Pantaleon |
Violetta Terekhina |
Brooke Yeomans |
Danny Tran |
Jasiel Mendiola

Tomorrow, join us at the 2026 Portfolio Review!Are you struggling with the job search or just need some guidance on your...
04/17/2026

Tomorrow, join us at the 2026 Portfolio Review!

Are you struggling with the job search or just need some guidance on your portfolio? This is your opportunity to get real-world advice from design leaders in the field. It's also a great way to make new connections with fellow designers.

All creatives are welcome, whether you've been in the field for a while, a student, or trying to pivot careers.

👉️ What to Bring
Your portfolio in whatever format you have (bring a charger if it's digital).
Business cards or contact info
Something to take notes

📅 Saturday, 4/18
⏰️ 1–4 p.m.
📍 Umbrage Studios | 2327 Commerce St #200

🎟️ Tickets
AIGA Member: $10
AIGA Student Member: $5
Non-member Student: $10
Non-member: $20
At-the-door: $25

Register: https://houston.aiga.org/event/aiga-portfolio-review-2026/

Design: Amy Truong
Photos: Israel Angel

04/14/2026

Check out some of our past Portfolio Reviewers!

Still guessing what to fix in your portfolio?

Our annual Portfolio Review is less than ONE WEEK AWAY! — this is your chance to put your work in front of design leaders, get real-world feedback, and connect with other creatives in the room.

Whether you’re refining your portfolio or just getting started, you’ll walk away with insight you can actually use.

You may even meet a future employer. 👀

🗓️ April 18
📍 Umbrage Studios
🕐 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

We’ll save you a seat.

🎟️ Register: https://houston.aiga.org/event/aiga-portfolio-review-2026/

🎬 Video edit: Adrina Vines
🎥 Footage: Isabel Almaguer

Adobe is headed to Houston!Join us for an evening of inspiration, hands‑on learning, and real connection.Create Now brin...
04/10/2026

Adobe is headed to Houston!
Join us for an evening of inspiration, hands‑on learning, and real connection.

Create Now brings Adobe experts together to share the latest features in Photoshop, Illustrator, Firefly, and more, to show tips & tricks that speed up your workflow, and to inspire the way you think about creativity.

Hear from Michael Fugoso–Sr. Design Evangelist, Next Gen & Creative Pro at Adobe; and guest speaker, Terence Tang–Artist, Graphic Designer & Houston Native!

📅 Wed, 4/15
⏰️ 5:30–8 p.m.
📍 713 Music Hall | 401 Franklin St Suite 1600

Free and open to the public. RSVP here: https://www.adobe.com/events/create-now/create-now-houston/houston/tx/us/2026-04-15.html

As we continue to reflect on the insights and connections we made at the shift Design Symposium last month, we wanted to...
04/06/2026

As we continue to reflect on the insights and connections we made at the shift Design Symposium last month, we wanted to share the wonderful visual notes that were taken live by Kristen McLean during the presentations.

If you missed the event or just want to see another perspective, we encourage you to read through these notes. She has done a wonderful job capturing the energy and conversations that were had and we're so excited to be able to share such a creative and interesting look back.

Check out more of Kristen's visual note-taking on her website: kristenvisualnotes.com/

Last chance to submit your application to join the AIGA Houston board!We're looking for Houston creatives and design lov...
04/03/2026

Last chance to submit your application to join the AIGA Houston board!

We're looking for Houston creatives and design lovers that want to make a difference in the design community.

Why join?
-Grow as a creative leader while helping to shape the local design community
-Expand your professional network by connecting with designers, educators, and industry leaders
-Gain hands-on experience in leadership, project management, and event planning
-Access exclusive opportunities, collaborations, and behind-the-scenes involvement in events
-Give back by supporting and mentoring emerging designers in Houston

Nominations close tonight at 11:59 p.m. CT

Learn more & apply: https://houston.aiga.org/event-internal/2026-board-nominations/

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Can't join the board but still want to help out? We're always looking for volunteers to help out. Apply here: https://houston.aiga.org/volunteer/

Help grow Houston’s local design talent.AIGA Houston’s annual Portfolio Review returns, and we’re looking for volunteer ...
04/02/2026

Help grow Houston’s local design talent.

AIGA Houston’s annual Portfolio Review returns, and we’re looking for volunteer reviewers!

We invite you to become a 2026 Portfolio Reviewer and help local talent develop their craft through constructive critique and networking with experienced creative leaders.

The 2026 Portfolio Review will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 1-4pm at Umbrage Studios (2327 Commerce St #200).

Who is Eligible:
-Design/creative professionals with 5+ years of related experience
-Must live in Houston or surrounding areas
-Currently in a senior or director-level position
-Both AIGA members and nonmembers

Food and beverages are included for reviewers.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 07, 2025, 11:59 p.m. CT

Learn more & apply: https://houston.aiga.org/event/aiga-portfolio-review-2026/

Design: Amy Truong

Join the AIGA Houston Board to fuel your creativity and develop your leadership skills. Gain hands-on experience in stra...
03/27/2026

Join the AIGA Houston Board to fuel your creativity and develop your leadership skills. Gain hands-on experience in strategic planning, team leadership, partnerships, and community engagement. Be the source of…inspiration, information, motivation, and connection.

Make your mark in the Houston design community.

See open positions and apply by April 3:
https://houston.aiga.org/event-internal/2025-board-nominations/

Save the date! On 04/18, join us at the 2026 Portfolio Review! This is your chance to showcase your best work and get re...
03/27/2026

Save the date! On 04/18, join us at the 2026 Portfolio Review! This is your chance to showcase your best work and get real-world advice from design leaders in the field—not to mention make new connections with fellow designers. Space is limited so register today!

Interested in being a reviewer? Apply before our open call closes on April 7: https://houston.aiga.org/event-internal/2026-portfolio-review-call-for-reviewers/

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰️ 1–4 p.m.
📍 Umbrage Studios | 2327 Commerce St #200
🔗 Register: https://houston.aiga.org/event/aiga-portfolio-review-2026/

Design:
Photos:

If you’ve been applying, updating your resume, or “trying to network” but not seeing results… this is exactly where you ...
03/24/2026

If you’ve been applying, updating your resume, or “trying to network” but not seeing results… this is exactly where you need to be.

This isn’t a sit-and-listen workshop. You’ll actually:
✨ Learn how hiring really works (and why most people get it wrong)
✨ Fix your resume using a proven formula
✨ Build a LinkedIn headline that gets attention
✨ Practice talking about your work with confidence

And yes—you’ll leave with real, usable updates.

📅 March 24 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 United Way of Houston

Spots are limited—don’t wait last minute.

🎟️ Register now: https://houston.aiga.org/event/resume-workshop-effective-networking-job-searching/

Design: Adrina Vines

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