About me

Originally from Sydney, Jen graduated with a BA (Design) from Newcastle Uni then relocated to Australia’s cultural heart- Melbourne/ Naarm to immerse herself in all things creative from photography to millinery and illustration. 

Jen's creative journey eventually led to paper entomology and the idea of using something so small, beautiful and seemingly innocuous such as a hand drawn butterfly, to convey commentary on serious societal issues. Hints to the key messaging are subtly shared usually in the artwork title or sometimes the positioning or condition of the hand drawn insect.

The use of recycled and vintage materials are often reminiscent of fabrics, textures and colour palettes direct from her childhood. Creating a nostalgic longing- an escape to simpler times past while having the opportunity give new life to reused materials making the pieces truly ethical and sustainable. These materials, not only help to give a home to Jen's creations but also hopefully cloak their messages in the warmth of nostalgia.


Exhibitions

2026
Arts Precinct at Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, Carlton, VIC
MAVA award show- Artemesia Gallery, Windsor, VIC
Cabinet of Curiosities group show- Beinart gallery, Brunswick, VIC
Antipodes group show- Beinart gallery, Brunswick, VIC

Awards/ Prizes

2025
Major Prize Winner for 'A series of moments'- MAVA (Melbourne & Victorian Artists Inc) 2025 Art Prize

2023
Highly commended for 'Spanish Festoon Butterfly Tins'- Art For All, Fairfield VIC

Publications

2021
Gemzine- Issue 20 illustration
Frankie Magazine-  Scribble club illustration tile

2017
Cockatoo book-  Thames & Hudson, illustration