Jessey Jansen
Austin, TX
Portraying whispering moments to challenging paradigms of social mobility through graphic portraiture, collage and collaborative art
Message
Circular elements weave their way into my designs as they are central in Maasai culture; from body marks to migration patterns in nature, to aerial views of the vast countryside dotted with circular bomas, sensing connectivity all around. Uncommon concentric pattern is inspired by the intricate beadwork of the Maasai. Representing beauty, strength, tradition, warriorhood, marriage, and the deep love and devotion to their cattle, the geometric design focuses ones attention on the spiritual or deeper meanings and different aspects of Maasai culture.
Black: Unity, harmony and solidarity
Orange, people, generosity, friendship
Green: land. territory, roots
Blue: water, sustenance, sky
Yellow: sun, fertility, grow
Red: bravery, strength, unity
Signed artwork made from nine vibrant layers of cut paper.
Uncommon, Voice of Maasai FT Alex Lobulu & Nemaa Koshuma, released April, 2023
- Framed: 13 x 13 x 1.5 in
- Subject Matter: portrait, voice of maasai, warrior, ep, maasai music
- Collections: VOM + JJ
Other Work From Jessey Jansen
For me, creating has always been a companion, allowing me to make sense of seemingly uncontrolled situations through controlled mediums.
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