Hi there!
I'm Parastoo (pronounced "Paris-two"), but my friends call me P2.
As a user experience designer with a background in fine arts, I bring a unique perspective to my work in healthcare, marketing, and advertising. I'm passionate about creating accessible, inclusive designs that make a positive impact on people's lives.
I hold an MFA in Multimedia and Digital Arts from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and a BFA in Photography from the Art University of Tehran. I'm also a certified UI designer through CareerFoundry.
Currently, I'm a UX Designer at Verily (Google Life Sciences), where I use human-centered design techniques to create medical applications that improve patient care.
I am also a professional photographer and my photographs have been published and exhibited nationally and internationally
Other than design, I love traveling, photography, cooking, hiking, walking on the streets, going to art galleries or museums and trying new local restaurants and bars.
Fun fact: I have a long list of saved restaurants categorized by cuisines in my google map and have that handy anytime someone is looking for a new spot to have a drink or a special meal.
Other things about me
You usually find me either taking photos or thinking about a good photo that I could take if I had my camera with me.
I love making art and seeing art.
This photo is from my MFA exhibition. You can read more about this installation in my fine arts portfolio.
I enjoy watching nature. Maybe that’s why I love photography.
Food and drinks make me happy!