Hello! My name is Jaydon Aydelotte, I use they/them pronouns, and I am an illustrator in Portland, OR.

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The real magic of queer found family, forgotten folklore, and close knit friendships spark my illustration practice. I use mixed analog media including gouache, oil pastel, and color pencil to convey unique palettes and whimsical textures. I also create artwork representative of queer & neurodivergent identities, while weaving themes of flora & fauna, magic, and family into stories. In my practice, illustrating authentic underrepresented & gender-diverse characters is crucial for new perspectives and meaningful narratives.

 

I sell my artwork on my online shop as well as local markets. I sell my artwork as prints, stickers, tote bags, and  much more! I am also an author/illustrator. I have a picture book manuscript, and I am looking for an agent to submit to.

 

I would love to collaborate on a project with you! My project interests include kids literature, editorial media, gallery shows, murals, and design.

 

Interested? My email is jaydonaydelotte@gmail.com

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Current Experience:

PDX Collaborations: NW College Reading and Writing, Kvetka Flowers, Lady Mae Boutique, Prism Health, PNCA Admissions

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Galleries, Exhibitions, & Shows: Alberta Street Gallery: Fertile Dreaming Ground Group Showcase (2025), SCBWI Winter Conference Portfolio Showcase (2025), Forager Vintage (2024), T4T Symbiosis Exhibition (2024), PNCA Thesis Exhibition (2023), PNCA End of the Year Illustration Exhibit (2022)

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Education: BFA in Illustration at Pacific Northwest College of Art at Willamette University (2023)

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Teaching Experience: PNCA Senior Academic Coach (Current), PNCA Academic Coach (Spring 2024 - Spring 2025), Thesis Defense Panelist (Spring 2024), PNCA Midterm Review Panelist (Spring 2024), PNCA Thesis Workshops (Spring 2024, Fall 2023)

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Communities: SCBWI, Spectrum Art Market, PNCA Alumni

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Awards: William H. Givler Thesis Award in Design Arts (2023), Audria M. Edwards Scholarship (2020 - 2022)