Hi, I’m Audrey Tran—the artist and founder behind Roaming Heart Design.
I’m an artist, creator, nature-loving adventurer, Vietnamese-American woman, and currently a Master's Degree student at the University of Utah!
Throughout my life I've chased awe-inspiring moments deep in the heart of nature, from the morning glow of sunlight spilling over mountain peaks to delicate wildflowers swaying int he breeze to the quiet majesty of towering desert cliffs. I aim to create art that blends the vivid beauty of the outdoors with the personal adventures that have shaped my life.
A Life Shaped by Creativity and the Outdoors
Creativity has been the path by which I've experienced life and expressed myself for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I expressed myself through drawing, painting, photography, and crafts. Over time, that passion grew into something much bigger—a way to capture my love for the natural world and share it with others.
Growing up in Utah, I was surrounded by breathtaking mountains and serene deserts. My family would spend weekends camping in national parks, which ignited in me a deep love for wild places. As an adult, I’ve carried that spirit forward, exploring backcountry trails on foot, riding to cliffside overlooks on my mountain bike, and hiking through peaceful canyons. For me, these intentional movements through nature bring a sense of intimacy and connection that inspires my work.
The Start of Roaming Heart Design
At 19, as an undergraduate student in southern Utah, I spent nearly every weekend escaping to state and national parks, often sleeping in the back of my car to save money and stay in wild places. On these trips, I would collect patches, pins, and stickers to remember the experiences. Yet, the designs I found often fell short of capturing the vibrant, multi-sensory adventures I was having. That’s when I decided to create something myself.
I started Roaming Heart Design with a simple mission: to connect people to their favorite outdoor memories and inspire their next adventures. Through colorful, authentic, and detailed artwork, I aim to reflect the joy, wonder, and awe that nature brings to each of our lives.
Art as a Time Capsule
Every design I create is like a time capsule—a way to hold onto the energy and emotions of a special moment in nature. Whether it’s the thrill of a sunrise hike in Canyonlands National Park, the peaceful stillness of the Hoh Rainforest, or the excitement of discovering something new in a place you hold dear, I want my art to spark those memories for you.
Roaming Heart is about more than stickers, apparel, or souvenirs. It’s about celebrating our shared connection to the wild places we love and encouraging the heart in each of us that longs to roam.
Let’s Adventure Together!
My hope is that my designs at Roaming Heart connect you to your own favorite outdoor memories while inspiring new ones. Whether you’re a trail runner, camper, national park geek, or nature lover, I’m honored to be part of your journey.
Thanks for stopping by and supporting my work—it means the world. Here’s to many more adventures ahead!