Roux Roamer

Roux Roamer aka Melissa D. Jones is a Photographer, Creative Catalyst, World Traveler and Author. WHO’S ROUX ROAMER? It all started with a pink camera. to Boston.

I was 7 when I took my first flight across the U.S. I remember the hearty meal and the pretty dishes and silverware on the flight. The flight attendants were fancy and nice. I was so proud of that wing pin that it was weeks before I took it off. I carried that new, pink camera everywhere snapping shots of the glorious old and new architecture, the lines of the masts of the boats on the harbor, rea

l-live fireflies against the white snow, and the vibrant colors of the amazing Children’s Museum. I ate my first lobster. It was a whole new world and so vastly different than where I lived. I loved it, and I can confidently pinpoint that as the beginning of my passion for travel, photography, and brilliant design. My design philosophy has evolved a lot since I was that 7-year old girl clutching that pink camera. My travel journeys have taken me to 40 countries (and counting…). I strategically extract design elements from around the world to help my clients — small businesses, start-ups, artists and individuals — grow their business presence with brilliant design. Along the way I acquired degrees in graphic design and psychology. Working with and learning from marketing and design experts and academics — from small startups to large institutions — taught me that pretty design is better than ugly design, but brilliant design solves problems. Problem solving is what I do. I no longer own that pink camera, but I love being a location-independent designer helping others create brilliant designs to achieve their business’ goals and dreams. I’d like to help you and your business look brilliant. Much love! — Melissa

05/29/2026

June 3rd, join me and Loree Harrell Art for dinner or a pint in Cascade Locks at Thunder Island Brewing. I’ll be there early! Show will be up through July. >> Thunder Island Brewing Company

05/16/2026

If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend. Come and check out local artists in Troutdale. I’ll be there at the Troutdale Art Center both days.

04/30/2026

Two days from now. I hope you will join us.

04/26/2026

My work is at Legacy Coffee in Downtown Gresham until the end of May. Check it out along with other great artists. 112 N Main Ave, Gresham.

I also have pieces at:
Adventist Health (10000 SE Main St, PDX)
Foterra Jewelry (3518 SE Multnomah Blvd, PDX)
Beauty Garden Bloom (9303 NE 5th Ave, Vancouver)
Cathedral Ridge Winery (974 OR-99W, Dundee)
Troutdale Art Center (903 E Historic Columbia River Hwy)

03/28/2026

First Friday is happening again April 3, 5-8 PM. Meet the artists and have some refreshments at Troutdale Art Center. Join us for a few minutes or the whole time. If you can't make it and want a print, let me know. I can ship it to your door. The Art Center is also open every day but Monday's regular business hours.

02/27/2026

First Friday is one week from today. Will you join us 3/6 from 5-8 pm to meet the artists, have some fun conversations and refreshments? Troutdale Art Center

02/06/2026

These colors look WAY better in person but if you are interested in a print, let me know. I have other sizes and options available.

02/04/2026

In case you need a waterfall therapy break today or a valentines date idea. I know that waterfalls help me when the world in burning down around me.
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Mist help from my friend

01/07/2025

Would you like to learn the basics of night photography? I would love to host a workshop this spring. Who's in?

01/03/2025

Did you know I am a licensed drone pilot for hire?

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Portland, OR
97230

Website

https://www.rouxroamer.com/

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