When I was 5 years old, my kindergarten teacher entered me into a drawing competition for elementary school-aged children from all over the country of Haïti. That’s where I was born. My Haïtian heritage informs my work & views on equality, justice & art.

I was ecstatic to learn that my drawing had been chosen to live in a museum in the capital of Port-Au-Prince. It was my first experience with utilizing art as an extension of my voice. I tell that story because it gives such a clear picture of who I am at my core and my motivations. The drawing was of a sailboat in the ocean at sunset and on the boat, inscribed “Ayiti libéré”, which translates to, “Haïti is Free”....

I was five years old.

My name is Joëlle Fontaine, and I am an artist, a facilitator of spaces and ideas, an aesthetic and vibe architect of events, and an entrepreneur that utilizes Fashion and Art as a means for social awareness and social change. Whether I am hosting an event for “Safer is Sexy”, facilitating a conversation on bridging the wealth gap in entrepreneurship or taking over Downtown Crossing, Boston, with a fashion installation for Juneteenth, my aim is always to be impactful in dialogue and action, AND to create Beauty along the way!

LET’S WORK.

  • SPEAKER / FACILITATOR

    I facilitate processes and speak on topics such as women empowerment, entrepreneurship and artistry, wellness and balance, and social justice. I host and create spaces for artists and entrepreneurs to thrive.

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  • CREATIVE DIRECTOR

    I direct and produce photoshoots, videos and events with an intent to “Awe & Inspire”. As an artist, I partner with you to present a visually captivating concept that is impactful and true to your brand vision and marketing goals.

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  • FASHION & SPACE DESIGNER

    I am in Love with prints, texture, shape, and fit. I create beautiful pieces in fashion and interiors that are artistically and architecturally dynamic. I specialize in custom.

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  • VISUAL MERCHANDISING CONSULTANT

    With over 15 years of Visual Merchandising experience, I work with you to assess your customer profile(s), current positioning, goals and the science of capitaving retail merchandising.

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  • “Joëlle facilitated a comprehensive and thoughtful participatory grant making process for the Committee of Neighborhoods through her work with DS4SI in partnership with the Emerald Necklace Conservancy. She is not only an exceptional designer of fashion, but she's also an empathic facilitator of cultural transformation. The way she can shape both garments and shape collective action toward justice is a beauty to behold: it's always culturally celebratory, incisive, attentive to detail, and empowering. Greater Boston is more brilliant and vital because of the clothes and collaborations she introduces to our public spaces."

    Jen Mergel, Executive Director, Esplanade Association