Jess Gutierrez (she/they) is an educator, artist, curator, community connector, and new mama. Jess believes everyone should have access to create and express through art. She actively engages people in meaningful creative expression and builds bridges across communities through curation, workshops, and collaborations with other local creatives.

She emphasizes holding space and providing opportunities for BBIPOC artists, LGBTQ+ artists, and any other folks of marginalized identities that are historically under-resourced, underrepresented, and not welcome to be their full selves in institutionalized spaces. As a new mama, Jess’ practice is now shifting to build connections with and cultivate spaces for other mamas and their children through the project "For the Mamas."