PORTFOLIO
A portfolio is a fluid volume, showcasing an artist's, depth, fluency & versatility. It is both a testament to the work they've done for others & also of the growth they've experienced. With each project comes new approaches, new learning, new gains. Please enjoy a sampling of pieces from the J.Heloise archive, including fashion design, commissioned/custom work and independent series:
LANDSCAPES
A sampling of J.Heloise watercolor landscapes, painted 2009-2021
FASHION ART
Works on paper from 2006-2017. A selection of classic J.Heloise pieces from the Archives, reflecting years of study in fashion illustration, dancer drawing & beyond.
ART COMMISSIONS
Custom Artwork samples, commissioned by clients in Vermont, NYC & beyond, 2006-2024.
PORTFOLIO
Selected works from the J.Heloise portfolio: fashion design, inspiration boards & illustrated collections by the designer - from 2005 - 2019.
TEXTILE DESIGN
Works on paper from the J.Heloise collection. Experiments in color, rhythm & shape, intended to be textiles.
CUSTOM ART
A custom Art piece, also known as an Art Commission, is a treasure...a culmination of two separate visions (client’s & artist’s), which meld into one work, greater than the sum of its parts.
Here are some examples of work the artist has done -
Logos, images for merchandise (t-shirts, mugs, bags etc.), branding/promotional pieces for marketing, product design, fashion design, book cover illustration, figure illustrations, characters, landscapes, outdoor landscapes, family vacation homes & animals
The Artist has a unique process that melds together client interview(s), research, deep understanding of materials & subject matter, & execution that strives for perfection.
When submitting your inquiry, please consider:
- The project timeline (deadlines)
- Project end use, such as a gift for loved one. If commercial, who is the end user or targeted marketing segment?
- What copyrights you might need - especially for commercial / business projects. Where might the art be used or shown? For merchandise, what royalty structure suits your needs?
- What is your budget? The artist only takes paid commissions at this time. Pricing is based on estimated time to completion, factoring in the end use value, actual cost-of living, business overhead, and the Artist's level of experience. Please envision the cost structure as similar to services in tech, construction, decor, etc, as the Artist has an equivalent number of years of achievement, insight & experience -- & same cost of living. Payment plans are possible.
- The Artist will begin the work only when a contract is signed & deposit is in place; no unpaid "spec work" or work samples.
- What are the relevant measurements, details, copy or text that you anticipate needing to use? Make sure to include ALL relevant decision-makers early in the process (i.e. business partners, investors, team members, family etc).
- What is your inspiration? What inspires you? Gather any visual references, such as magazine images, photos, examples of what art style you like, colors, etc.
This helps orient the project towards results you'll cherish!
CLIENTS / COMMISSIONS / HONORS
J.Crew (2007), Gap (2007), Express Design Studio (2007), Alice Roi (2006), Babel Fair (2008), April Cornell (2011, 2015), UVM Private Client, Creative Contrast (2011), Altitude Marketing Group (2011), CG Garment Designs (2010), Farm to Ballet Project (2015), Blue Wave Taekwondo (2015), Lake Champlain International (2016), Book Cover Illustrations for Albert Liebman (2005-2008), Guest Lecturer, In Fashion exhibit at Shelburne Museum (2011), Published illustrator, The Language of Fashion Design by Laura Volpintesta, Rockport Publishers 2014
PAST EXHIBITIONS
ART150, Jersey City, NJ (duo show) "Not Your Gentle Flower" 2022 | The Block Gallery, Winooski VT (solo show) | Trinket, Burlington VT (solo show) | Allen House at UVM, Burlington VT | Art Hop Burlington VT 2010, 2011 | 'Garamaniacal', FOE Shop & Gallery, Northampton MA| Champlain College Faculty Show, VT 2014 | Artist Markets, juried - BCA, Queen City Craft Bazaar | Parsons The New School Mid Season Preview Show 2006 |