Sewing with Shanel C.

Hello! I am a multidisciplinary artist and NYC native looking to share my skills with anyone interested in pursuing art or fashion either personally or professionally. My skills include advanced research, design, sketching, patterning, and construction. I combine these skills with graphic design, photography, illustration, and video editing to provide a visual communicator of concept and artist identity to the viewer. I am very patient and I create a personal and in-depth approach to fashion and art development. In 2017 I received my MFA from the Fashion Design and Society Program at Parsons The New School for Design. After graduating I taught sophomore-level sewing, junior-level design, and senior-level thesis within the Parsons BFA program. I have held two independent fashion exhibitions and have dressed artists such as Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, Solange Knowles, Ciara, Kelsey Lu, and more. I recently completed a 2-month artist residency in Guayllabamba, Ecuador where I participated in an artist talk and final group exhibition. Whether you or a loved one are trying to get into an art/design school, trying to start an independent fashion label, or trying to advance your personal artistic ability I would love to help you embark on that journey. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out! Best, S