Bold. Layered. Unapologetically Expressive
Delano L. James is a painter and multidisciplinary artist based in Salt Lake City, Utah. His work spans acrylics, mixed media, and digital design—each piece a vibrant dialogue between texture, color, and cultural resonance. As a Black artist navigating the intersections of identity, place, and imagination, Delano brings a powerful voice to contemporary visual storytelling. With a background in graphic design and a passion for experimentation, Delano’s portfolio reflects both technical precision and emotional depth. Whether through the tactile richness of layered canvas or the sleek clarity of digital compositions, his art invites viewers to pause, reflect, and feel. Explore the gallery, discover the process, and step into a creative space where tradition meets innovation—and every stroke tells a story.
Graphic Design
With a diverse background in graphic design and visual arts, Delano has contributed to high-impact projects across multiple industries. At Hightech Signs, they created dimensional signage, vehicle wraps, and large-format prints, working closely with clients and sales teams to deliver visually compelling solutions. At Alinco, they specialized in airbrushing latex masks and costumes, enhancing production efficiency and quality through improved organization and equipment maintenance. As a 3D Course Developer at Trugolf, they collaborated with a team of elite artists to build models for the award-winning Links golf simulation, consistently meeting tight deadlines. Earlier, at International Sports Broadcasting, they developed television graphics for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, producing flawless, production-ready visuals that met the highest broadcast standards.
