Jessica Fisher

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Location
NY, USA
School
SUNY Delhi, Binghamton University, Queens College
Expertise
Travel Photography, Art & Culture Experiences, Island getaways
  • Jessica's passion for travel and art has led her to explore renowned galleries across the globe, from Reykjavík to London, Madrid, and Dublin.
  • Her artistic journey includes multiple participations in the enigmatic Quarantine Project on Menorca's Lazaretto Island. During this secluded, week-long retreat, artists disconnect from the outside world to engage in intensive creative exploration under the guidance of international mentors.
  • Blending her love for travel and swimming, Jessica has brought her colorful mermaid tails to the pristine waters of Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and Bermuda, infusing a touch of fantastical whimsy into these tropical escapes.

Experience

Jessica stumbled into writing back in 2014, and nobody seems to have been able to stop her since. Jessica has been a professional writer for almost a decade, having written over 1,800 articles with her work appearing on sites such as 148Apps, Geek & Sundry, Sartorial Geek, Gameosity, Sprites and Dice, and /Film. Leveraging her storytelling skills, Jessica has conducted in-depth interviews with a diverse array of industry leaders, including makeup designer Gabriela Hernandez, executive producer Zetna Fuentes, and VFX supervisor Ian Markiewicz, showcasing her versatility and curiosity across various creative fields. Her deep-seated love for travel, art, tea, and adventure has fueled her extensive travels to destinations such as Iceland, London, Ireland, Spain, Canada, and many locations in the United States. You can almost always find her exploring off the beaten path and sampling the local teas tucked away at cozy cafes.

Education

Jessica has a master's degree in library science with a focus on archival studies, a bachelor's in cinema, and an associate's in liberal arts.

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