Michelle Taylor

Michelle Taylor is an adjunct lecturer in the Art Department at Howard University, part of the College of Fine Arts. She teaches Fashion Illustration courses within the Fashion Merchandising Program. With over 20 years of professional experience in graphic design, she also serves as a Sr. Corporate Marketing and Branding Graphic Designer and sole proprietor of Taylor Made Designs.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art from University of Maryland, College Park (with a minor in Interior Design)
• Masters of Fine Arts in Electronic Studio from Howard University

Her research interests span architecture, fashion, interior design, music, and photography. She actively explores innovative design intersections, including computer-aided fabric print design and aims to develop her own fashion line. Her photography frequently informs her graphic design work.

Professional Narrative: Combines academic teaching with industry leadership, leveraging corporate branding expertise to enrich classroom instruction. No listed grants or formal advising roles are noted in the provided materials.

Professional Affiliations: Taylor Made Designs (sole proprietorship), Howard University Art Department.