James S. Cole Design & Illustration
"Let’s inspire each other so we can all grow creatively."
DESIGN
Growing up, I never imagined I’d be passionate about packaging and label design. But there’s nothing quite like holding your creation in your hands and seeing it come to life.
Below are a few samples of my design work. For a deeper dive into my favorite projects—from logos and tradeshow booths to catalogs, presentations, and emails—click the button to explore my full design portfolio.
ILLUSTRATION
I work across a range of media, from traditional acrylics and pen and ink to digital painting, photo manipulation, and vector illustrations that mimic the tactile qualities of physical art. My illustrations have been featured in RPG books, greeting cards, T-shirts, board games, and art books.
I’m proud to have received a Louie Award nomination for a greeting card design, as well as a Gen Con Art Show Juror’s Choice Award, to name a few. My goal is always to create artwork that feels personal, expressive, and connects with the viewer on a deeper level.
BOARD GAME - PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
I successfully created my own board game that reached its funding goal on Kickstarter within the first 24 hours. This project is the culmination of my diverse skill set, as I personally handled the design, layout, and illustration from start to finish. I also managed the Kickstarter campaign and social media marketing, which led to our swift success. Additionally, I sourced and collaborated with a manufacturer to ensure the game met my high standards and delivered the quality I would want as a player and a designer.
