Jessica discovered her love of art, specifically painting at the age of eight. From there she went on to study art in college and has taken many working sojourns throughout Europe and Asia appreciating the beauty and grace of art worldwide. Hawaii also holds a special place in her heart, as this is where her son, Willi an avid sailor, resides.

The gentle, tropical beauty of the Hawaiian Islands has greatly influenced her work. Born and raised in Santa Barbara area, her heritage is Native American, Pennsylvania Dutch and Mexican. When not creating and painting treasures, she spends time with her dog, Kala at the shore and along rivers fly-fishing.