The following has been put together to demonstrate a range of graphic skills, such as analog and digital illustration, 3D modeling and rendering, and content creation.
Josh Méndez Graphic Arts Portfolio
Josh Méndez Graphic Arts Portfolio
Illustration Work
Excerpts from self-authored and self-illustrated children’s book, “Emi and June Go to the Moon”
Illustration Work
Excerpts from self-authored and self-illustrated children’s book, “Emi and June Go to the Moon”
Wedding invitation / 2022 / Digital illustration
ILLUSTRATION WORK
Wedding guest portraits / 25 of 110 / 2022 / Digitally drawn on ProCreate
ILLUSTRATION WORK
Science Illustrations
The illustrations on this page were made to be used as supportive visual figures on a neuroscience research dissertation to be published in a scientific journal.
Above: logo design for Samuel Centanni’s neuroscience research lab at Wake Forest University
“Anxieties” 2022 / Hand drawn with ink on paper / 14 x 12
ART
Custom iPhone icons / digitally illustrated on ProCreate ICONS
iMessage Sticker Design
“Moon Dingo” series / digitally illustrated and animated in ProCreate
3D Modeling + Rendering
“Townsend Distillery” Masterplan with Dryden Architecture + Design
“Fontanel Cabins” with Dryden Architecture + Design
Architecture design by Josh Méndez in collaboration with team
“Rocky Waters” with Dryden Architecture + Design
Architecture
Built Work
“Hampton Pool House” with
+ Design
Dryden Architecture
Rendering by Josh Méndez
Design by Josh Méndez in collaboration with client and Nick Dryden
Built Work + Portfolio Design
“Locust” with Dryden Architecture + Design
Architectural design by Josh Méndez in collaboration with client and Nick Dryden
Portfolio created within brand guidelines of Dryden Architecture + Design
Locust 65 Case Studies Nashville, TN Locust Locust is a Japanese-inspired restaurant. Our design goals were to create a casual, intimate, home-like atmosphere for guests within the existing structure and new addition. The kitchen is the visual and functional centerpiece with the Heko unit as its heart. It is a base for Chef Trevor Moran to express his culinary creativity. The restaurant’s large windows grant diners a view of 12 South’s excitement while giving the passer-by a view of the magic inside. The design boasts stainless steel countertops created by Gills by Demant and custom cabinets by Arbol Co. Details in wood connections and the unfolded origami-like tile backsplash pay homage to the inspiration. Interior walls are finished with stucco, and cedar boards clad the ceiling inside and outside, providing warmth and continuity. The restaurant’s low-profile works with the scale of the street, humbling the structure while calling attention to the activity inside. Description Locust 67 Case Studies Case Studies 66 Locust
Above: example of Instagram announcement content developed within brand guidelines for Dryden Architecture + Design
Media
Right: example of seasonal Instagram content developed for Dryden Architecture + Design
Social
Project Team + Lines of Authority
Josh Méndez (creative manager)
Maria Meyer (interior designer)
Marcus Rubenstein (environmental lead)
Jason Hitchcock (architect)
Dale Brackeen (director of arch)
Nick Dryden (principal)
Madison Moitoso (civil analyst)
Brendan Boles (QA/QC)
Zac Dufour (principal)
Mark Savage (principal)
Benjamin Farris (principal)
Richard Begin (principal)
Christopher Buckner (sr. electrical)
Shanna Snow (principal)
Robert Butler (sr. fp + plumbing)
Angela Buckner (principal / sr. mech)
Bryan Merville (regional vp)
David Dowell (partner in charge)
Sean Slattery (project manager)
Hawkins Partners Landscape
Josh Shelton (consulting partner)
Brock Traffas (architect)
Will Marth (partner)
Laura Schoreder (Senior Associate)
Hank Cantrell (project specialist)
Jeffrey Nodorft (principal)
Amrian Johnson (project manager)
Michael Fisher (principal)
Booth Outlan (specifications)
Above and below: examples of graphically illustrated concepts for Dryden Architecture + Design
Project Schedule + Team Matrix
50 Milestone Meetings (with client) Consultant Meetings Deliverable Dates Civil + Environmental Landscape Structural MP&E Kitch/Laundry/Light/AV/Pool
Request for Qualifications Natchez Trace Inn C.4 Month 1 Pre-Design Schematic Design Design Development Construction Documents Construction Administration Month 5 Month 9 Month 3 Month 7 Month 11 Month 13 Month 2 Month 6 Month 10 Month 4 Month 8 Month 12 Month 14 Year 1 Year 2 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 50% 50% 51 Dryden CM Subcontractors Kimberly Horn Civil El Dorado Core + Shell DF&H MPE Fisher & Assoc. Laundry EMC Structural SSD Lighting Mobile Fixture Kitchen OAC Team Consultants Architecture Team Primary Coordination Request for Qualifications Natchez Trace Inn Pool Base Six A/V Owner C.5
ILLUSTRATION WORK
“June” / 2020 / Digital illustration
ILLUSTRATION WORK
“Emi” / 2020 / Digital illustration
In Conclusion
The collection of work in this portfolio shows how my particular skill-set can be applied to a broad range of styles and uses. I have created stylized portraits, emotionally derived pieces, logos, scientific figures, children’s books illustrations and more. I am comfortable with a challenge and am willing to explore beyond the boundaries of my current body of work.
If my work and skill-set are to your satisfaction, I hope you will consider me as a potential member of your team. I would bring my knowledge and skills, but also a strong willingness to learn and to teach, and a commitment to your mission. Thank you for the opportunity.
Above: “Establecimiento de Victoria Ciudadana” / art for political movement / 2020 / Digital illustration Right: “Vegigante” / 2021 / Digital illustration
Joshua Carrelo Méndez 1402A Otay Street Nashville, TN 37216 joshfcmendez@gmail.com 501.909.2642