Lauren Jesson
About
Lauren Jesson is a Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Artist based in southern New Mexico. Her multidisciplinary practice is a combination of art and design with a focus on subject matter and layout, exploring varying styles and themes.
She is the owner of JessonDesign, a studio where she specializes in branding, advertisement work, and mock up design, as well as artwork, apparel, and accessories.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from New Mexico State University in 2021, and started her design business the same year, encompassing her creativity and belief that art is for everyone.
Lauren has had her work shown in multiple group exhibitions, including one in New York City, and another in Madrid, Spain.
CV
Education
-Emphasis in Graphic Design, Photography, and Art History
Relevant Coursework
- Typography, Web Design, Motion Graphics, Advanced Digital Imaging and Identity
- 20th Century Art History, Art of China, Renaissance Art History
Acknowledgements
- Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- Crimson Scholar Graduate
- Dean's Honor List Member
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2026
Lectures
- Heroes, Heroines, and Narratives in Painting - Yale University Art Gallery Lectures
- Typography - Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation Lecture
Courses
- Science in Art: The Chemistry of Art Materials and Conservation - Trinity College/TrinityX
Certificates
- Art History (Art Explora Academy) - Sorbonne Universite​​
- Modern Art & You - The Museum of Modern Art
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B.A. in Studio Art
New Mexico State University
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Continued Education
Online Lectures, Courses, and
Certificates
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2017 - 2021
Professional
Experience
November 2021 - Present
Creation of JessonDesign Studio
Aimed at creating art, apparel, and accessory products, as well as local commissions and pop-up events, providing artwork for all.
-Focus on poster design, branding, apparel and accessory design, and mock up design.
Exhibitions
2026
This is Us: Pleased To Present, Albuquerque, NM - May 2nd - June 6th, 2026
4X4 Group Exhibition: Nevada Fine Arts, ​​Reno, NV - February 7th, 2026
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2025
The Holy Art Exhibition: ​On The Fringe NYC, New York, NY - November 7th - 10th, 2025
The Holy Art Exhibition: Galería Nueva Las Letras​, Madrid, Spain - September 3rd - 6th, 2025
2024
Empowered Creations -Celebrating Women Artists: Dona Ana Arts Council, ​Las Cruces, NM - March 29th - May 3rd 2024
2020
DC Street Sticker Expo: The Fridge DC, Washington, DC - November 2020
2019
Voices of Change Exhibit: Branigan Cultural Center, Las Cruces, NM - September 24th - October 26th 2019
Juried Student Show Exhibition: NMSU Art Gallery, ​Las Cruces, NM - March 14, 2019
Publications
Visual Art Journal: Issue 30 - Featured Artist - July, 2025
Personal Projects
A collection of works reflecting my personal feelings surrounding the current genocide in Palestine, the war in Ukraine, and the over whelming abuse of power by the elite here in the United States.
A collection of repurposed wood pieces transformed into new artworks, portraying characters and abstraction reflecting my style.
