Hello! I’m Ellissa Jane, the artist and baker behind Hello Clown.

With a background in fine arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and training from the French Pastry School, my work blends playful design with refined technique. I’ve worked in both art studios and Michelin-star kitchens, but it was during the pandemic that I found a new creative freedom in cake decorating—sharing my colorful creations online and connecting with people through joy and humor.

Previously the Head Pastry Chef at Allez Café in Chicago (where I became known for my miso chocolate chip cookies), I now run Hello Clown full-time from my home studio, where I continue to explore the intersection of art and pastry.