Jessica Fortner is an artist and illustrator currently living in Squamish, Canada. Originally from Toronto, Ontario, she moved in September of 2019 across the country to Vancouver, British Columbia, with her partner and their rambunctious dog, Dakota.
Jessica has worked with a range of clients in advertising, editorial, publishing and music; including Vancouver Mural Festival, The New York Times, Converse Rubber Tracks Live, Anansi Press, Hudson’s Bay, Harvard Business Review and Nature Magazine, to name a few.
Jessica’s work blends her love of illustration and fine art. Her bright vibrant paintings are inspired by her love of tarot and oracle decks, and she often uses archetypes to explore themes of duality that reflect on the human condition. She is heavily inspired by nature and relies on these visuals to represent many of the themes and ideas in her work. (Learn more about Jessica’s work in her artist statement)
Jessica is co-founder, editor and designer of the online arts magazine Squidface & The Meddler. A magazine she started with her partner to share some of their favourite creatives living and working in Canada.
Feel free to get in touch should you have any questions, are interested in commissioning a piece of work, or if you just want to say hi.
Art & Prints:
Currently Jessica’s prints are released periodically and in limited editions. This set up works the best for her and helps to add value to your investment in her work. If you are interested in getting prints, consider signing up for Jessica’s mailing list by heading to her newsletter page and filling out your info, prints are always offered first to her mailing list. She is deeply grateful for your interest in her work.
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