ABOUT

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Meet Jess

Jess Rigby is a proud Gamilaraay, Bigambul and Torres Strait Islander woman, born and raised on Yuwi Country in Slade Point, Mackay.

Art has been part of Jess’s life from a young age. What began as time spent painting with her mother grew into something much deeper, becoming a way to stay connected to family, story, and culture. After losing her mother in April 2025, Jess made it her personal goal to carry forward the knowledge, creativity, and storytelling passed down to her, and to share that with the next generation.

Her work is deeply shaped by the place she comes from and the life she has lived. Growing up surrounded by the ocean, bushland, creeks, and beach at Slade Point gave Jess a strong connection to Country, nature, and community. These experiences continue to influence her art and the stories behind each piece.

Jess began sharing her artwork more widely in 2022, and since then her journey has continued to grow. She has completed commissions in her hometown of Mackay and has sold pieces across Australia and internationally, including to Germany, the United Kingdom, America, New Zealand, and Japan.

For Jess, art is more than painting. It is a way to honour her mother, share family stories, express identity, and create something meaningful that connects with others.

Work With Me
The Sounds Of Country The Sounds Of Country
The Sounds Of Country
$1,500.00

  •  Cotton Canvas

  •  Timber frame

  •  100% Acrylic Paint

  •  76cm x 1m

  •  Paint protection

  •  Artist - J. Rigby

  •  Made 2026

  •  Delivery

  •  Story

  •  Bio

ART FOR SALE

Each piece in the collection is an original work, painted by hand and rooted in story, culture, and Country.

Whether you are drawn to a particular piece or looking for something to honour a special place or person, every artwork carries meaning that goes far beyond the canvas.

Browse the full collection and bring a piece of Country into your space.

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COMMISSIONS

With more than 20 commissioned works, Jessica brings a thoughtful process and deep cultural perspective to every piece. Whether you have a clear vision or simply a feeling you want captured, she'll guide you through it from first conversation to finished canvas.

How it works

  1. Share your story. Tell Jessica about the meaning, memory, or moment you want honoured.

  2. Concept and approval. Jessica develops a concept, including size, palette, and symbolism, for your review.

  3. Creation and delivery. Your piece is brought to life and shipped, ready to live in your space.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO COUNTRY

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

As a proud Kamilaroi Bigumbal woman and Torres Strait Islander (Mer Island) descendant, born and raised on Yuwibara Country, this connection to Country and community is at the heart of everything we do.

We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.