From the first call to discuss the project through to the end, Janelle showed up in deep listening and collaboration. She was able to see my vision and help bring it to life. The final product has a cohesive flow, and everything she created illuminated the written words perfectly. I can't recommend Janelle's work enough. I know that my book is so much better because of her skill, vision, and heart.
— Katherine Bird, Author of The Healer's Process
Janelle listened so carefully and thoughtfully to my ideas and really wanted to understand my vision and purpose with this business. Through her attentive design process, she was able to articulate the precise look and feel that I imagined. Janelle’s interest in her clients’ dreams is genuine.”
— Tina Pollycut, LadleFull of Love
I have worked with Janelle Despot for the last two decades, her talent is absolutely incredible, not just as a fine artist but as a seasoned multifaceted designer who can grasp exactly what her clients needs are and deliver them.”
— Julie Chiariello, Owner and Editor-in-chief Skunk Magazine
I am inspired to create art again! Janelle reminded me that all of us can create on a daily basis. She made it comfortable for me to express myself without fear of judgement. My final piece of art is odd, beautiful, and intimate to me. The Art Social was like no other I've attended. Janelle asked us to create, not copy her. She didn't tell us what colors to use or what images to collage with. It was a free for all and I loved every minute of it! She was motivating and I could tell we were inspiring her as much as she was inspiring us.
— Maile McKeon, workshop participant
We truly felt that Janelle understood the fabric and life within and behind our brand….
Since working with Janelle, we have had 110% confidence in the visual presence of our brand... she was able to tap into the core essence of what our brand is, and that is something that I think is hard to find.
— Amanda Nann, Aquafied Australia
Have you ever met someone and felt a good vibe or energy? A person that is genuine and cares about the world and the future of mankind? that's how I felt the first time I met Janelle.
Janelle has worked on many projects with me. She helped me in designing my business card, and logos for my own art business, she was helpful in listening and giving input and helping me not go overboard on design. She was also able to cater to my tastes and create several logos that really fit my style and what I am doing as a business. If you want to stand out and be different I recommend Janelle.
— Ryan Campbell, Wonka Gallery
Janelle creates beautiful images with a very high level of craftsmanship that are authentic expressions of her Self. She puts the same time and care into her students that she puts into her artwork. She was very generous with her time and helped the students, many of them beginners, make fantastic artwork. Everyone finished the night feeling energized and proud of the work they created. Janelle is a creative dynamo - knowledgeable about art making, approachable, flexible, with a developed feel for aesthetics.
— Deron Cohen, Artist & Founder of Art Social