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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.
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Work Experience
Freelance Architectural Illustrator (Owner/Artist) at Marie Hines Cowan Visualization LLC
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Freelance 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 at Marie Hines Cowan Visualization LLC
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2026Freelance 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) at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2022Provided 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) at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002Assisted two partners with calendars and correspondence. Interfaced between office staff and clients, supporting day-to-day partner coordination and communications.
Administrative Assistant to two partners at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002Provided administrative support for two partners in the Marketing Department, coordinating schedules, correspondence, and project logistics.
Illustrator / 3D Rendering Artist / Photo Retouching (progressed within firm) at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2022Created digital 3D models and rendered illustrative images of proposed buildings and interiors. Produced photo retouching of project photos for marketing proposals and web/publicity ‘beauty shots.’ Worked on project teams, collaborated with staff and clients, and managed/mentored staff as needed.
Illustrator / 3D Renderer / Photo Retoucher at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2022Created architectural illustrations and 3D renderings, performed photo retouching, and supported marketing materials and client presentations across a broad portfolio of high-profile projects.
Office Services and Reception (plus office management) at Donghia Furniture and Textiles
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 2000Managed reception and office services in a high-volume environment. Interfaced with office staff, telephone callers, and office supply vendors; organized office events; and supported operational needs.
Office Services and Reception at Donghia Furniture and Textiles
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 2000Managed office services and front-desk operations, supporting daily administrative workflow.
Manager and Cashier (Retail, Paint Department) at Pearl Paint Art Supply
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1993Worked in retail art supply across Long Island and Manhattan locations. Managed paint department and marker/pencil department; handled cashier duties and customer service; also managed office services as part of store operations.
Manager Paint Department / Manager Marker & Pencil Department; Cashier at Pearl Paint Art Supply
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1993Led paint department on Long Island; supervised marker and pencil departments; performed cashier and customer service duties in Manhattan locations.
Education
Classical Literature at New York University
January 11, 2030 - June 17, 2026Illustration at Fashion Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - June 17, 2026Summer School of the Arts at New York Summer School of the Arts, Fredonia College, NY
January 11, 2030 - June 17, 2026Apprenticeship at Alice Sweeney (Fine Artist)
January 11, 2030 - June 17, 2026Classical Literature (NYU) at New York University (NYC)
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026Illustration (Fashion Institute of Technology) at Fashion Institute of Technology (NYC)
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026Summer School of the Arts (applied arts training) at New York Summer School of the Arts, Fredonia College (NY)
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026Apprenticeship (fine art) at Alice Sweeney (Baldwin, NY)
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026Qualifications
Ancient Worlds, Modern Communities Grant
January 1, 2023 - June 17, 2026N.A.W.A. Solveig Stromsoe Palmer Memorial Award for Conservative Portraits in Oil
January 1, 2020 - June 17, 2026Barron Art Center Artist of the Year; Portrait Society of America, Out of the Box Finalist
January 1, 2018 - June 17, 2026Special Recognition Award, HERStory
January 1, 2017 - June 17, 2026125 Years: Women of Vision; NAWA First Prize
January 1, 2014 - June 17, 2026Portrait Society of America, 1st Prize; Out of the Box
January 1, 2013 - June 17, 2026NAWA Medal of Honor & Elizabeth Stanton Blake Memorial Award for Works on Canvas
January 1, 2012 - June 17, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Real Estate & Construction
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