Artist Statement
Lost within the lines and drifting between times, I balance nostalgic and loving energy with timeless interactions. My art evolves through the relationships I observe, focusing on symbiosis and mutually assured survival. Using dynamic, sharp designs and vibrant, smooth gradients, I capture the duality of nature— secured, rooted in her foundation, yet brave enough to risk everything to reach for the light. Through vivid waves of color and detailed linework, I blur boundaries between our inner and outer worlds.
About The Artist
Jess’ path to becoming an artist was as linear as it was straightforward... which was neither one of those. She grew up watching and admiring artists on television, wishing the artwork she sent would be shown on TV. Though as she grew up, she found that it was hard to keep her creativity alive. She attended college to study the human body, and for a while, she had her heart set on chiropractic school. Her dream was to own a yoga studio and chiropractic clinic close to the ocean. But what started out as a love for the way the human body heals became a yearning to travel and explore the world. She couldn’t shake her desire to explore her creativity again.
Despite early discouragement in high school from pursuing art, she persevered. Soon after she landed in Australia for a study abroad program, she rediscovered her love for creativity. This rekindled passion for art and newly uncovered love for travel became the driving force for a significant shift in her life. From there, she graduated from college early, got a job washing dishes at a college bar, and saved up enough money to move back to Australia.
After a year of traveling, she became a wilderness summer camp counselor, and through this experience, she learned ways to navigate life more mindfully. She started field sketching and journaling about her explorations, struggles, and personal milestones. She knew there was something more she could do in this life. When she discovered the renowned scientific illustration graduate program at California State University at Monterey Bay, this newfound path kick-started her motivation to build a portfolio worth remembering.
Once in the program, she became fixated on symbiosis and ways that the earth could heal. This immense curiosity sustained her aspirations throughout her studies, and to this day, she continues to explore ways to develop meaningful connections and unconditional love through nature, art, science, and spirituality. She knew there was much more to learn, so when she turned her focus inward during the covid-19 pandemic, she delved into the deeper parts of the psyche for spiritual growth, healing, and inspiration.
Through living abroad and backpacking in new places, she discovered how meaningful it is to learn, appreciate, and share wisdom about humanity and the natural world. She learned the importance of exploring mindfully. By knowing our place in nature, she knew we could understand ourselves better. From then to now, her art reflects her morals and values, and while adept in a variety of media, her main passions are mural painting and art mentoring. She is fueled by love and adventure. She encourages others to connect with their natural surroundings, find love in their journeys, and open their hearts to embrace the beauty found in unity.
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Services
- custom outdoor & indoor murals
- nature & botanical illustrations
- marine illustrations
- live music event videography
- nature & art documentaries
- printmaking
- art mentoring
- licensing designs
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Previous Clients
Climate Foundation | Annual Reviews | Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary | NOAA | Coastal Conservation and Research | We.Create Art | Astroclimatology | Good Vibez Presents | Evolve Family Chiropractic | Arts Council for Monterey County | Youth Arts Collective | Western Flyer Foundation | Cooper Molera Adobe | United Way | Blue Zones Projects | Monterey Beach Hotel | Marriott | Artists Ink | Grand Hyatt | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
