Jess creates art inspired by the interplay of decay and resilience in nature, reflecting their connection to the human experience. She is particularly drawn to the beauty of cracks, crevices and oxidation finding inspiration in urban landscapes like sidewalks and buildings. These elements often shape her abstract compositions. Her favorite part of the creative process is building rich textures by layering paint and mixed media to mimic the effects of natural decay and man-made destruction. Jess sees profound beauty in the imperfections of life, expressing her belief that “true beauty emerges from the cracks and crevices revealed by time and destruction.”