Hey there!

I'm Nichole Hardesty

I’m a UI/UX Designer who was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, and now live just south of the city in Sahuarita. I love designing web pages that are intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing. I’m passionate about creating user experiences that are both functional and engaging, and I enjoy solving design challenges that improve how people interact with digital products. When I’m not designing, I like exploring new design trends, and finding inspiration in everyday experiences.

In my free time, I enjoy watching anime such as Demon Slayer, The Apothecary Diaries, Frieren, Bleach, and more. I  enjoy reading fantasy books like the Tiger's Curse series by Colleen Houck, the Sweep series by Cate Tiernan, the Divergent series, the Hunger Games series, and more. I also love going on hikes with my dog, Roxy—she adores the outdoors and is incredibly sweet. As seen in my portfolio and capstone project, I have a strong love for the color purple.

Education Journey

I earned a Bachelor's degree in Web Design and Development in August 2022 from Champlain College. During my time at Champlain, I learned about the world of UX Design, and I became intrigued. After a few years learning UX Design on my own, I decided I needed more structure, so I enrolled in the TripleTen online bootcamp for their UX Design program. I earned a certificate in UX Design in February 2026.

Skills & Tools

User Interface Design

Wireframing

Design System

User Flow

Personas

User Experience Design

Prototyping

WordPress

Information Architecture

User Journey