Announcing: Artisénne!
When I decided to apply to interior design programs back in the Fall of 2022, it seemed like a few parts whim mixed with equal parts deep-seated intuition. I'd been mulling over a career shift for a handful of years but struggled with a lack of clarity that I believe was made much worse by the looming fear of sunk costs. (Starting over can be SO scary. Lmk if this is something we should talk more about that another time.)
Almost instantly after hearing that my applications had been accepted, a handful of circumstances unfolded and my path seemed lit up with the glow of divine guidance. While the signs added up so did the encouragement from family and friends, and I clung to these things while beginning my Interior Design Program at Rhode Island School of Design in February 2023.
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This past year as a student has been humbling to say the least! I didn't anticipate the difficulty of balancing real-life with my sizable homework load, and also had completely forgotten what “grade-anxiety” feels like!
During Summer of 2023, we finished Phase Two of our cabin renovation and around that same time, I came across an old photo from my childhood that affirmed the earlier nudges and also reminded me how much creativity and design and spatial mastery is literally in my blood.
Little Jessie at age 4!
“Coloring” with my Bompa while he teaches me to use his architectural scale and drafting triangles. 🥹
One grandpa was an engineer and the other was a well-known architect so I have been exposed to tinkering, building, and designing for my entire life!
The feelings of accomplishment that came from completing our full-scope project in Big Bear were combined with such a distinct newfound sense of heritage, and those two things shaken together made for exactly the cocktail of confidence that I'd been craving.
Which brings me to now: Artisénne is the overarching brand from where I'll now be sharing all of my professional and creative pursuits.
It is meant to enhance my existing work as an art + antique dealer while also allowing my interior design aspirations to grow and flourish. I'll continue the apprenticeship that I have with a wonderful interior designer here in Long Beach but am now happy to accept client work as my calendar allows.
On that note, here's how to learn more about working together:
Peruse the offerings page of my website for details
Set-up a discovery call to chat more about the process
Sign up for Le Palette (my newsletter!) to find out about what’s inspiring my latest projects
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Alright, well I think that's plenty enough for one day, but I'll be back next week with a list of my favorite home-decor resources and also some (mildly snarky) thoughts on the forecast for upcoming home trends. Buckle up!
Until then: I'm wishing you a new year that is filled with beautiful spaces and continued growth. Thank you for joining me in the excitement of today and cheers to a promise of bright hope for whatever lies ahead!
XOXO,
