ABOUT ME -
I'm Alex “Gorb” Godziszewski, a graphic designer and illustrator based in Metro Detroit. I’m interested in the space where graphic design, illustration, music and culture overlap. My work ranges from brand identities and art direction to album artwork, posters, merchandise and visual storytelling.
I like projects with a strong point of view—especially the ones that give me an opportunity to build a visual world worth getting lost in rather than just making it look good.
My background in illustration has shaped the way I approach design: concept first, then typography, image-making, composition and the details that make a system feel cohesive.
WHAT I DO -
Graphic Design
Brand identity · Typography · Layout · Campaigns
Illustration
Editorial · Posters · Album artwork · Visual storytelling
Art Direction
Visual concepts · Campaign development · Creative systems
AVAILABLE FOR FULL-TIME DESIGN OPPORTUNITIES AND SELECT FREELANCE PROJECTS. CONTACT ME AND LET’S CONNECT!
MY STORY -
I'm Alex Godziszewski, because of my last name being so Polish most of my close friends and family call me “Gorb.” Born and raised in Metro Detroit, I’ve always been fueled by my creativity, which started at a young age due to being diagnosed with cerebral palsy. This condition left the left side of my body slightly paralyzed, limiting some physical activities but opening the door for more time to explore creative outlets. Growing up introverted, I immersed myself in LEGO, video games, cars, music, and, of course, art—passions that still inspire me today.
Looking back I can’t remember when there wasn’t music playing in my house. While my mom exposed me to Country, I spent much more time with my dad out in the garage listening to Rock N’ Roll. This addiction to music never stopped. A good amount of my adolescence was spent going to concerts and collecting vinyl records. Even though I wasn’t musically inclined, my connection to music led me wanting to still participate in the industry in some way.
In high school, I rediscovered my love for art through graphic design classes, which led me to pursue a design degree in college. During that time I was inspired by artists like Shepard Fairey, Aaron James Draplin, and the team at Lincoln Design Co. After graduating in 2020 during the global pandemic, the job market wasn’t in the best spot so it gave me more time to find my voice as a designer.
By the end of 2022 as more opportunities for work began to open up, after much thought and encouragement from friends and family, I rebranded my freelance side hustle into Gorbstrator. I firmly believe in creating your own world, and I want to let you into mine.
Now you know my story—welcome to the show!
— Gorb