Jessica's Story

Horses opened up the world of art for me.

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"I was practically born with a passion for horses - no surprise as my mother rode throughout her pregnancy with me. However, as with most young families, there was no money or time to fulfill a 5 year olds wishes so my mother began drawing horses for me to tape up on my walls. Soon I had my own horse herd galloping across my bedroom. But, as my family grew, I became impatient waiting for my mother to find extra time to draw. So, with the help of an old drawing book, I decided to start drawing horses myself. Days later, my family found me racing down the dirt roads of Eagle River, Alaska, a hand drawn horse head taped to my bicycle's handlebars and a yarn tail streaming out from behind.
The rest, as they say, is history."

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With over 17 years of experience teaching in public schools, Jessica has dedicated her career to nurturing young minds and fostering creativity in the classroom. Her passion for education and the arts has led her to transition into teaching Visual Arts online, where she continues to inspire and guide students of all ages.

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Jessica's approach to teaching is rooted in patience, encouragement, and a deep understanding of each student's unique potential. She believes in creating a supportive and inclusive environment that allows creativity to flourish, whether in a traditional classroom setting or a cozy home studio.

Outside of teaching, Jessica enjoys playing with her two dogs, riding horses, curling up on the couch with a good book, and experimenting with new forms of art, which often serve as inspiration for her art lessons. Her commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth is evident in her continuous pursuit of new techniques and innovative methods to bring out the best in her students.