black and white photo of Emilio in a suit with sunglasses on holding his finger to his ear as if he's a secret service agent

My name is

Emilio W. Melendez

black and white photo of Emilio in a suit with sunglasses on holding his finger to his ear as if he's a secret service agent

I’m a seasoned graphic designer based out of Cleveland, Ohio, with a BFA from the University of Akron (2021). I have 5+ years of professional experience managing client needs ranging from high level branding concepts, to annual reports, to the nitty gritty details of print production. 

 

I leverage my graphic design experience and art education in my paintings, with color theory and layout being front of mind. My artwork draws on a wide range of influences,including Abstract Expressionism, Russian Constructivism, Graffiti, and daily life in the city. I seek to explore the human condition, and how it could respond to these uncertain times.