Armando Martínez-Celis is a designer and educator based in Southern California specializing in brand and digital experience. He prioritizes clear communication, intentional iteration, and unexpected results. As an enthusiastic mentor, leader, and teacher, he builds environments where people contribute, take risks, and find joy in the process.
TEACHING
California Institute of the Arts
Cal State LA
Chaffey College
CalArts Extended Studies + Coursera — Self-paced course reaching thousands of students across Latin America
LECTURES + WORKSHOPS
Roski School of Art and Design, Designer-in-Residence (with Father Madre)
Otis College of Art and Design
College of the Canyons — Off the Grid
SELECTED RECOGNITION
GDUSA — Best in Packaging, 2022
LACMA Design Collection, 2018
Society of Typographic Arts 100, 2016
Father Madre
Graphic design duo making publications and objects rooted in connection, awe, and joy.
Seeing Takes Time
Collage practice combining analog and digital processes, attending closely to form, texture, and color.