MARIE HINES COWAN

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Marie Hines Cowan is a multi-media artist specializing in architectural illustration, digital fine art, and visualization.

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Marie Hines Cowan is a multi-media artist specializing in architectural illustration, digital fine art, and visualization. Since 2000, she has created concept renderings, digital 3D models, and illustrative imagery for real-world building and interior proposals while also enhancing project photography for marketing and web use.

A self-starter and collaborative team member, Marie has mentored staff and supported project teams across administrative, production, and marketing needs. Her background blends fine art practice (painting, drawing, silkscreen, faux finishes, and installation) with professional creative tools, making her adept at turning ideas into compelling visual stories.

  • Joined June 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Retail
  • Real Estate & Construction

Projects · 9

This rendering was one of several I completed for a renovation project for the New York Public Library. 3D modeler 3D visualizer artist illustrator

  • 3D Modeler
  • 3D Visualizer
  • Architectural Illustrator
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This was an architectural project for the rebuilding of a film school in Haiti after a hurricane. arcitectural illustration digital painting graphicdesigner illustrator

  • 3D Modeler
  • 3D Visualizer
  • Architectural Illustrator
  • +1

This is one in a series of digital pastel paintings I did for a proposed university in Africa. illustrator digital fine art digital pastel architecture planning project

  • 3D Modeler
  • 3D Visualizer
  • Architectural Illustrator
  • +1

This is a four-panel painting series depicting the Greek nymph Daphne as Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. The figures are life-sized, and I use metal leaf on each panel. painting figurative painting oil painting fine art Greek mythology

  • Artist

This is a multimedia project comprising life-sized oil paintings and three-dimensional painted text laser-cut from wood and mounted on painted wood panels. The text is a narrative I wrote based on Greek mythology. painting fine art writer

  • Artist

This is a multimedia project comprising a life-sized oil painting, three-dimensional painted text laser-cut from wood on painted wood panels, and a printed illustration. The text is a narrative I wrote based on Greek mythology. artist painter writer

  • Artist

Work experience· 11 roles

Freelance Architectural Illustrator (Owner/Artist) · Marie Hines Cowan Visualization LLCJan 2022 – Jan 2026 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Freelance architectural illustration and visualization for select architectural, landscape, and construction clients. Produces illustrative renderings and digital fine art assets to support design communication, proposals, and marketing materials.

Founder / Freelance Architectural Illustrator · Marie Hines Cowan Visualization LLCJan 2022 – Dec 2026 · 5 yrs

Freelance architectural illustration and visualization for design and culture clients; produced renderings, concept drawings, and installation visuals for Wave Hill Public Gardens & Cultural Center, Charcoal Blue, Fifield Piaker Elman Architects, Stephen Waring Yacht Design, Redbrick LMD, LD Construction, Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners. Collaborated with design teams to deliver high-quality visuals on multiple simultaneous projects.

Adjunct Support for Marketing Department (Administrative/Illustration Support) · Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & PlannersJan 2013 – Jan 2022 · 9 yrs 1 mo

Provided adjunct support to the marketing department, including visualization and illustration-related deliverables used for proposals and marketing materials. Coordinated with office staff and project stakeholders to ensure timely creative outputs.

Partner Support (Assistant to two partners) · Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & PlannersJan 2001 – Jan 2002 · 1 yr 1 mo
Administrative Assistant to two partners · Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & PlannersJan 2001 – Dec 2002 · 2 yrs
Illustrator / 3D Rendering Artist / Photo Retouching (progressed within firm) · Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & PlannersJan 2000 – Jan 2022 · 22 yrs 1 mo
Illustrator / 3D Renderer / Photo Retoucher · Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & PlannersJan 2000 – Dec 2022 · 23 yrs
Office Services and Reception (plus office management) · Donghia Furniture and TextilesJan 1993 – Jan 2000 · 7 yrs 1 mo

Education· 8

Classical Literature · New York University2030 – 2026
Illustration · Fashion Institute of Technology2030 – 2026
Summer School of the Arts · New York Summer School of the Arts, Fredonia College, NY2030 – 2026
Apprenticeship · Alice Sweeney (Fine Artist)2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 7

Ancient Worlds, Modern Communities Grant2023 – 2026
N.A.W.A. Solveig Stromsoe Palmer Memorial Award for Conservative Portraits in Oil2020 – 2026
Barron Art Center Artist of the Year; Portrait Society of America, Out of the Box Finalist2018 – 2026
Special Recognition Award, HERStory2017 – 2026

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