Jonell Melville is a fashion illustrator and contemporary fine artist.

Fashion & Beauty Illustrator

Jonell captures the elevated moments and sartorial stories of women of color through her sketches. Using watercolor, Sumi ink, pencil, gouache, and digital tools, she creates dynamic illustrations of runway moments, elements of beauty, jewelry, luxe scenes, bougie bites, and blossoming botanicals.

Jonell’s style is defined by bold, inky line work. Structured mixed with unencumbered mark making gives her illustrations a distinct, kinetic energy. The result? Illustrations reminiscent of graphic novel art that add playfulness and movement, accentuating the features and personality of her swoon-worthy subjects.

Contemporary Abstract Painter

Jonell explores contemporary abstract art through acrylics, inks, colored pencils, and pastels, working primarily on paper and canvas. Her abstract compositions balance color, texture, and form, creating emotionally resonant pieces that merge spontaneity with intentionality. Whether layering translucent washes or carving bold strokes, she crafts evocative works that invite the viewer into a world of depth, contrast, and movement.

About the Artist

Jonell Melville is a Trinidad-born, Florida-raised boy mom who loves Jesus, a high/low fashion moment, everyday diamonds, Earl Grey tea, and a good book. Her artistic style marries serious strokes with playful subjects through color on paper and canvas.