studio are-yo.
Born and raised in Queens, New York, I started off designing graphics for YouTube channels and local businesses; Offering business card and flyer designs for 15 bucks. In 2014 at the age of 17 I moved to London to study at the London College of Fashion. I started designing seriously to make money and support my hobbies while abroad and launched two brands. After running a pop-up shop for my brand in Shoreditch while also writing my thesis on mental health in the creative industry, I received my Masters and moved back to New York City to focus on making STUDIO AREYO a reality.
under STUDIO AREYO, I run and manage THERE ARE STILL GOOD PEOPLE, a streetwear brand and shoulder to lean on for anyone who needs a remind that good people are around and better days are ahead. I also run a smaller project called DISPOSABLE LIVES, a more DIY approach to reminding other that no matter how small they feel, they’re here for a reason. I’m also launching a brick and mortar / direct-to-consumer coffee company called STILL GOOD COFFEE!
If you’re interested in working together, want to see more work, or just want to have a chat please shoot me an email!
/Matthew Gonsalves
matt@areyo.studio