Jaleel Campbell
Illustrator | Dollmaker |Curator
About Jaleel
Jaleel Campbell is a New York based artist whose work ranges from illustration, curating, directing, performing and the latest, Doll making. Jaleel attained his BFA in Visual Communications with a specialization in Graphic Design from Cazenovia College and his MFA in Media Arts & Culture from SUNY Purchase. His passion for creating knows no bounds. It is through these acts that community building comes to the forefront. That is jaleel's mission and what drives him the most. Whether it be through illustration work that showcases the often underrepresented, video work that captures the beauty and essence of black life and culture, or handmade dolls that aim to honor and acknowledge African traditions, there is no limit to his creativity and he will continue creating work that reminds black people of their worth; even when the world becomes too heavy.
Accomplishments
Artwork Will be Featured In Black History Month Segment produced by VH1 February 2023
Collaborated With Patti Labelle x Dexcom Manufacturing for Diabetes awareness month Campaign
Recipient of The Near West side Initiative’s Artist In Residence Program 2022-20224
• Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund Recipient, Adobe September 2020
• Directed “Feel that Funk - The Short Film” visuals to accompany R&B Group, The Internet on their “Hive Mind“tour.
• Commissioned by Walmart to create illustrations for “Reign On” as part of the 2018 Essence festival in New Orleans.
Exhibitions
Homecoming
Everson Museum, Syracuse, NY, 2021
Obsessions
Broome County Arts Council, Binghamton, NY, 2020
Feel That Funk
Community Folk Art Center, Syracuse NY, 2018
Dream Girls Solo Exhibition
Redhouse Theater, Syracuse NY, 2015
Testimonials
“@campbelljaleel you the mf goat! Hands down. Til the end of time. Your artistic expression brings healing. Syracuse is blessed to have you among our community and we’re better because of your contributions through your art. I love you and will be cheering for you everyday ”
“ I refer to him as a creative genius because his work is like something I’ve never seen before. Like look at these hand made dolls yo! The detail! The creativity! The individuality! I HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO STAN!”
“I love the fact that he incorporates Black folks across various age groups and different walks of life into his creations. His work is intergenerational and provides an unique opportunity for us to celebrate and love on one another even if it’s for a day or few hours.”
“Him and his work literally embody the term “Black joy”. He unapologetically centers Black people in everything he does and cultivates spaces where we can not only engage with his work but star in them as well.”