It’s difficult to summarize Jessica Walsh’s talents. The multi-talented, multi-disciplinary designer has accomplished so much for being so young. Since graduating from RISD, Jessica has worked at NYC super-studios like Sagmeister Inc, Pentagram Design, and Print Magazine. And she has designed stunning work for clients like the The New York Times & NYT Magazine, AIGA, Computer Arts, I.D. Magazine, and many others. Her photo illustrations for Print’s Regional Design Annual artwork are a particular delight. The art created an identity for each region through use of stereotypical objects that represent each area. The objects were gathered, spray-painted white, and photographed. Start following this go-getter now with her 10 ANSWERS below.
1. How would you describe your work in three words?
Ideas. Play. Passion.
2. Who is your creative role model?
Stefan Sagmeister is one of the most talented, genuine, and kind people that I know. I am so fortunate to work with him.
3. If you had an extra hour each day what would you do with it?
Read and learn more about astronomy, psychology, and other non-design related topics. There are so many things I’m interested in learning but not enough time in the day to do everything. Until I figure out how to clone myself.
4. What place in the world most inspires you and why?
My dreams. Way more interesting / crazy / inspiring than reality. Endless possibilities there.
5. If you could do a different job for a day what would it be and why?
I always thought it would be interesting to be a toll booth operator for just one day. I think it’d be nice to get one minute windows into so many different peoples lives.
6. What is your favorite homemade gift to give?
I make a really good pisco sour cocktail. They never fail to make people happy!
7. What is your favorite object in your home?
My mom (who has been another huge inspiration in my life) got me the Eero Saarinen Womb Chair. It is my favorite place to rest / read / think.
8. What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
“Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”
9. What websites do you use for inspiration?
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10. When do you consider a piece of your work complete?
When I stop thinking about it.
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