Jess Gilliam is a creative director and artist based in California with a passion for exploring diverse mediums such as recycled paper, fabric, and, more recently, clay. Her work weaves together vibrant, playful characters and whimsical, nostalgic worlds, often drawing inspiration from the beauty of nature and the faded echoes of childhood memories. Through her creations, she seeks to evoke a sense of wonder, inviting viewers to rediscover the magic in the forgotten details of life and reconnect with their inner child.
With a background in Visual Communications from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising and over a decade of experience shaping creative direction in digital media, Jess brings a thoughtful, design-forward approach to everything she creates.
She loves dogs, party supplies, anthropomorphic objects, vintage treasures, puppets, and her favorite day of the year is Halloween.
She is currently working on her first children’s book.
She runs an online shop - dancingwithcats.shop
For all inquiries including commissions, collabs - or just to say hi! - please use the contact form below.
Press
Interview with On Design Podcast, 2024
Interview with Paso Robles Press, 2018
Shows
Once Upon A Time, Echo Park Art | Los Angeles | 2025
White Rabbit, Raven’s Gallery | Los Angeles | 2025
California Dreaming, Dorado 806 | Los Angeles | 2025
Rubbish Remix Show, The Pop Hop | Los Angeles | 2024
Munster Bash Show, La Tremenda Studio at The Hive Gallery | Los Angeles | 2024
Crushes, Center for The Arts Eagle Rock | Los Angeles | 2024