Fashion & Beauty Illustrator

Jonell Melville is a multidisciplinary artist specializing in fashion and beauty illustration and contemporary abstract paintings. Jonell captures the elegance and sartorial stories of elevated women of color. Using watercolor, Sumi ink, pencil, gouache, and digital illustration, she creates dynamic sketches of runway moments, elements of beauty, jewelry, luxe scenes, and blossoming botanicals.

Jonell’s style is defined by bold inky line work—both structured and free-flowing which gives her illustrations a distinct, kinetic energy. This juxtaposition, reminiscent of graphic novel art adds playfulness and movement, accentuating the features and personality of her swoon-worthy subjects.

Contemporary Abstract Painter

Beyond fashion illustration, 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.

When she’s not sketching the latest fashion find, Jonell can be found vintage shopping, discovering new eateries, diving into a good book, or (most likely) tidying up her five-year-old’s ever-messy room.

About the Artist

Jonell Melville is a Trinidad-born, Florida-raised boy mom who loves Jesus, a good fashion moment, everyday diamonds, Earl Grey tea, and a good book. Her artistic style marries the serious with the playful and serves to bring chic moments of joy.