Hi, I’m Laura J Howells, a visual artist and designer based in Ohio. I create watercolor paintings, murals, branding materials, and educational art experiences for clients and communities. I enjoy blending hands-on art making with digital design to help ideas come to life and connect with people. Over the years I’ve led art programs at community organizations, taught classes at Pinot’s Palette, and collaborated with local businesses on signs, logos, and marketing visuals. I’m passionate about mentoring new designers and taking projects from concept to production while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach.…

Laura J Howells

Hi, I’m Laura J Howells, a visual artist and designer based in Ohio. I create watercolor paintings, murals, branding materials, and educational art experiences for clients and communities. I enjoy blending hands-on art making with digital design to help ideas come to life and connect with people. Over the years I’ve led art programs at community organizations, taught classes at Pinot’s Palette, and collaborated with local businesses on signs, logos, and marketing visuals. I’m passionate about mentoring new designers and taking projects from concept to production while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach.…

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Hi, I’m Laura J Howells, a visual artist and designer based in Ohio. I create watercolor paintings, murals, branding materials, and educational art experiences for clients and communities. I enjoy blending hands-on art making with digital design to help ideas come to life and connect with people.

Over the years I’ve led art programs at community organizations, taught classes at Pinot’s Palette, and collaborated with local businesses on signs, logos, and marketing visuals. I’m passionate about mentoring new designers and taking projects from concept to production while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer and Production Assistant at Boldman Printing
April 1, 2024 - Present
Communicate with clients to design products per their specifications; support production and layout tasks.
Reference Services Assistant at Logan County Libraries
February 1, 2024 - Present
Communicate and assist patrons; utilize computer, microfilm, copier knowledge and research skills.
Graphic Designer at Ohio Program Solutions, LLC
August 1, 2021 - Present
Communicate with clients; design event and sports programs, ads, banners, logos and marketing materials; train new designers; project management.
Artist at Canvas Chaos (d.b.a. Pinot’s Palette)
October 5, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Provide extraordinary customer service and entertaining atmosphere; lead painting classes; develop original paintings and instructions.
Artist at Jones’ Rustic Signs
May 7, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Hand stenciling wooden signs with acrylic paint.
Artist at Buckeye Canvas (d.b.a. Pinot’s Palette)
March 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Provide customer service and lead painting classes; develop original paintings and instructions.
Lead Artist at Ohio Canvas (d.b.a. Pinot’s Palette)
June 1, 2013 - February 1, 2017
Provide customer service and lead painting classes; assist manager with scheduling, inventory, and guest services; train new employees.
Arts & Humanities Instructor, Art at YMCA of Greater Dayton: Coffman Family YMCA
June 1, 2008 - November 1, 2015
Develop and execute lesson plans; communicate with students of all ages, parents and coordinators; maintain a safe classroom; uphold YMCA standards.
Recreational Leader at Bellbrook Sugarcreek Park District
March 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Develop and execute educational and entertaining art classes for ages 4-12; communicate with students and parents.

Education

BFA in Advertising and Graphic Design at Columbus College of Art & Design
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Medical Billing and Coding Certificate at Sinclair Community College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
ArtSource Fellowship at Dayton Visual Arts Center
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Workshop with Esther Hall at Dayton Visual Arts Center
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level