Jamall Osterholm’s vision recognizes histories both pre and post its creator. The ancestors, originators of this world, birthed a new language and historical record that is cultivated in a Black queer canon. In a world that leaves no trace of his person, Osterholm documents the impact that his body and mind leave in this existence. He begins to recognize himself as those from whom he descended. Seeing through the perspective of his descendants, he unearths relics of the Osterholm brand.
As a menswear designer, Osterholm derives inspiration from personal lived experiences with the understanding that our experiences are not isolated or necessarily our own. Drawing upon inherited history and collective consciousness, his goal is to subvert the trauma as a Black queer individual to create a world that not only reflects his existence, but comes to be as a result of it. He designs a world where his life truly matters. Resisting a reality that sees Black bodies as weapons, reclaiming strength, joy, beauty and authentic expression is one of the most defiant acts.
Large forms exploding from Black bodies to command space. Cocoon-like silhouettes that surround and protect like armor. Honing in on the more tender parts of the male physique to challenge the falsehood of Black masculinity, he sees his clothes as armor—protective barriers that also reveal truth.
With four Jamall Osterholm collections, he has shown at NYFW and cultivated a relationship with the CFDA, first as a designer in the CFDA’s first-ever Fashion Future Graduate program and then through collaborations with Pepsi Co’s LIFEWTR and CFDA’s Designer Hub spearheaded by Bethann Hardison. Through 2020 he designed for Kerby Jean-Raymond’s label Pyer Moss. Collaborating with director Georden West, he designed and creative-directed two films: Patron Saint, which premiered at Outfest and won gold at the Student Academy Awards, and Exorcisms, set to debut at the XIII Florence Biennale and Outfits 2021. He was also a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree in 2021.
Courses
Fall 2024 Courses
APPAR 3132-01 - JUNIOR CUT & SEW STUDIO
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
Period Fall 2024
Credits 3
FormatStudio
Mode In-Person
Start date
End date
APPAR 3132-01
JUNIOR CUT & SEW STUDIO
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
PeriodFall 2024
Credits3
FormatStudio
ModeIn-Person
Start and End2024-09-04 to 2024-12-11
Times: W | 11:20 AM - 4:20 PMInstructor(s): Jamall OsterholmLocation(s): Canal Street Studios, Room 302Enrolled / Capacity: 14Status: Open
SECTION DESCRIPTION
Students concentrate on designing with 'cut and sew' knit fabric. Through draping with knit fabrics on the form, students learn to utilize the inherent properties of knits. Instruction in 'cut and sew' construction is combined with pattern making techniques, enabling students to execute their concepts as finished garments.
Estimated Cost of Materials: $250.00
Majors are pre-registered for this course by the department. Enrollment is limited to Junior Apparel Design Students.
Major Requirement | BFA Apparel Design
APPAR 3140-01 - SENIOR COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
Period Fall 2024
Credits 6
FormatStudio
Mode In-Person
Start date
End date
APPAR 3140-01
SENIOR COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
PeriodFall 2024
Credits6
FormatStudio
ModeIn-Person
Start and End2024-09-04 to 2024-12-11
Times: W | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM; T | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PMInstructor(s): Gwen Van Den Eijnde, Jamall OsterholmLocation(s): Canal Street Studios, Room 202Enrolled / Capacity: 14Status: Open
SECTION DESCRIPTION
During three integrated studios, students learn professional collections from concept to presentation. Portfolio assignments are aimed at strengthening students' established styles and experimentation in new areas. Studios build on their draping, drafting and construction skills through individual instruction as they complete a collection for final presentation to the visiting critics. During studio, students explore varied means of presentation and capturing of their process.
Estimated Cost of Materials: $1,000.00
Majors are pre-registered for this course by the department. Enrollment is limited to Senior Apparel Design Students.
Major Requirement | BFA Apparel Design
APPAR 3140-02 - SENIOR COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
Period Fall 2024
Credits 6
FormatStudio
Mode In-Person
Start date
End date
APPAR 3140-02
SENIOR COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
PeriodFall 2024
Credits6
FormatStudio
ModeIn-Person
Start and End2024-09-04 to 2024-12-11
Times: MT | 1:10 PM - 6:10 PMInstructor(s): Gwen Van Den Eijnde, Jamall OsterholmLocation(s): Canal Street Studios, Room 302Enrolled / Capacity: 14Status: Open
SECTION DESCRIPTION
During three integrated studios, students learn professional collections from concept to presentation. Portfolio assignments are aimed at strengthening students' established styles and experimentation in new areas. Studios build on their draping, drafting and construction skills through individual instruction as they complete a collection for final presentation to the visiting critics. During studio, students explore varied means of presentation and capturing of their process.
Estimated Cost of Materials: $1,000.00
Majors are pre-registered for this course by the department. Enrollment is limited to Senior Apparel Design Students.
Major Requirement | BFA Apparel Design
Spring 2025 Courses
APPAR 3141-01 - SENIOR APPAREL COLLECTION
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
Period Spring 2025
Credits 6
FormatStudio
Mode In-Person
Start date
End date
APPAR 3141-01
SENIOR APPAREL COLLECTION
LevelUndergraduate
UnitApparel Design
Subject Apparel Design
PeriodSpring 2025
Credits6
FormatStudio
ModeIn-Person
Start and End2025-02-13 to 2025-05-23
Times: W | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM; T | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PMInstructor(s): Catherine Andreozzi, Jamall OsterholmLocation(s): Canal Street Studios, Room 202Enrolled / Capacity: 13Status: Open
SECTION DESCRIPTION
This senior level course focuses on the design of unique interpretation of apparel design. The senior collections are a culmination of their skills and an exploration of their design vision. Originality, problem solving, and an organized design process are defined as essential elements of a successful degree project collection. Seniors refine and build their portfolios. Projects are aimed at enabling students to express a diverse but cohesive design vision.
Estimated Cost of Materials: $1,000.00
Majors are pre-registered for this course by the department. Enrollment is limited to Senior Apparel Design Students.
This senior level course focuses on the design of unique interpretation of apparel design. The senior collections are a culmination of their skills and an exploration of their design vision. Originality, problem solving, and an organized design process are defined as essential elements of a successful degree project collection. Seniors refine and build their portfolios. Projects are aimed at enabling students to express a diverse but cohesive design vision.
Estimated Cost of Materials: $1,000.00
Majors are pre-registered for this course by the department. Enrollment is limited to Senior Apparel Design Students.
