Journey to Our First Home

In my early adult life, I bounced from one sublease to the next, trying to get through the days on the cheapest place I could find with the least commitment required. This was the journey to our first home.

Personal, IllustrationSophia LiuNovember 30, 2021home, house, homebuying, homes, projectComment

It's a marathon, not a sprint

I ran 13.1 miles this past weekend. That’s 12.1 more miles than I thought could ever do.

Personal, Inspiration, Health & FitnessSophia LiuSeptember 21, 2021marathon, sf marathon, health, fitness, exercise, running, projectComment

Santa Fe, 2021

We drove up Route 66 to Santa Fe, a capital city full of rich history, food, architecture and so much art. I’m in love.

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Burlingame Wedding: Lexus + Matt

My friend Lexus got married in front of family and friends at the beautiful Fairview Crystal Springs in Burlingame. And I got to be there to witness and capture the action.

20 Years American

Exactly 20 years ago, on this very day, I landed at LAX. My dad packed my luggage into a rickety Toyota Previa, drove us home to our one-bedroom apartment in East LA, and I started my new life in America.

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Albuquerque, 2021

From ancient natural wonders to Pueblo Indian and Southwestern culture, to adobe architecture and chile galore, New Mexico is one of the most unique places I’ve ever visited in America. Our first stop: Albuquerque.

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Chicago, 2021

I was ready to experience this city for the first time in all of its high-rise, deep dish glory.

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New England, 2021

I picked a city, Simon picked a city, and together we planned a week-long trip to get back out in the world again. First stop: Beantown.

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Good Enough

Not doing it all doesn’t mean I failed. Instead it just means I am really good at a few things.

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Spring Break 2021

Going out, seeing the world, and healing my soul.

How Hackathons Taught Me Product Design

I owe my career to hackathons. For a new designer, they’re the perfect opportunity to learn, work with a team of people from different backgrounds, and use your design prowess to lead and present.

Tech, DesignSophia LiuMarch 25, 2021hackathon, hackathons, career, learning, product design, product designer, designer, design-resource-2, ux designComment

Get Vaccinated Stickers (Now on Instagram!)

Inspired by the all the stickers folks created for the 2020 election, I wanted to design stickers that encourage others to get vaccinated, and give myself some hope along the way.

IllustrationSophia LiuFebruary 22, 2021sticker, graphic design, stickers, sticker design, vaccine, get vaccinated, illustration, projectComment