Embody Your Story

Transform Your Story Into Art

For the stories that deserve more than words

Embody Your Story Portrait, a personalised commission

Embody Your Story is a collaborative creative process that transforms your lived experience into a deeply personal piece of art.

Rather than focusing only on appearance, this process can honour your story, your relationship with your body, and the experiences that have shaped you.

Created by Jess, a psychologist, creative arts therapist and artist, this journey offers a thoughtful and supportive way to explore your story and see it expressed visually.

Each artwork is completely unique, created in collaboration with you.

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Who this experience is for

This experience is designed for those who:

  • Want to celebrate their body and story, and find a new sense of empowerment
  • Have experienced body confidence challenges or disconnection from their body
  • Are navigating or recovering from health challenges (such as chronic illness or mental health difficulties)
  • Are mothers whose sense of self has shifted
  • Are moving through a life transition - grief, change, recovery, or redefinition
  • Want a meaningful, non-verbal way to explore and express their story

You don’t need to be “artistic.” You don’t need to share anything you’re not comfortable with. This process meets you where you are.

If you’ve ever felt that your story deserves to be seen, honoured, and expressed in a meaningful way, this process was created for you.

What Makes 'Embody Your Story' Different?

Most commissioned art focuses on how someone or something looks.

At Embodied in Art by Jess, the focus is on how it feels to live in your body and your story.

This process invites you to:

  • reflect on your experiences
  • explore your relationship with your body
  • express meaningful moments in your life
  • collaborate in creating artwork that feels authentic to you

The result is not simply a portrait, but a visual expression of your story. It could take the form of a portrait, abstract expression, landscape, animal, or floral - it's up to you.

Choose Your Pathway

There are two ways to begin your journey, depending on how much guidance you would like in the process.

Pathway One. The Creation Path

For those ready to dive straight in.

This pathway is ideal if you already have a clear sense of the story or experience you would like to express.

You begin by creating a mood board and sharing the purpose behind your artwork, which helps shape the visual direction of your piece.

This option allows you to move directly into the creative process while still collaborating closely with Jess as the artwork develops.

This pathway is perfect if you:

  • already know what you would like your artwork to represent
  • feel ready to bring your story to life through art
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Pathway Two: The Discovery Path

For those who would like a more guided and reflective process.

This pathway begins with the Design Book, a guided creative journal designed to help you explore your story and voice.

Through reflective prompts, creative exercises and gentle exploration, the Design Book helps uncover themes, experiences, and emotions that may shape your artwork.

This pathway can be particularly meaningful if you are:

  • navigating a life transition
  • exploring body confidence
  • processing change or healing
  • wanting to honour a meaningful moment in your life

Once your Design Book is complete, it becomes the foundation for your mood board and artwork design, and the process continues in the same way as Pathway One.

This pathway is currently in Pilot phase

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Testimonial

Thank you for the beautiful painting. It is such a special and gorgeous addition to our home. Jess was lovely and professional from start to finish - we are so grateful.

The Process

Although each journey is unique, most commissions follow a similar process.

1. Choose your pathway: Select either the Creation Path or the Discovery Path depending on the level of guidance you would like.

2. Explore your story: You will create either your mood board or complete the Design Book to explore your experiences and ideas.

3. Artwork design and creation: Jess develops the concept and creates your artwork while staying connected with the story and themes you have shared.

4. Your story becomes art: You receive your finished artwork, a unique piece that reflects your story and journey.

Limited Availability

To ensure every story receives the care and attention it deserves, two commission spaces are available each month.

Artistic depiction of a nude figure in a blue-toned abstract setting

Start Your Journey

Are you ready to transform your story into art?

If you feel ready to transform your story into art, you can begin by selecting your pathway below.

If you are unsure which pathway is right for you, you are welcome to get in touch first.

You can use the contact form below to arrange a short introductory call with Jess to talk through your ideas and explore the best approach for you.

Embody My Story

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A supportive and ethical approach

Embodied Your Story is a complementary creative experience. It is not a replacement for therapy or medical care.

The process is:

  • Trauma informed and Participant-led
  • Designed so you remain in control of what you share
  • Grounded in professional training and lived experience

Jess is a qualified Psychologist (MSc), Creative Art Therapist and Artist, who has used self-portraiture for over three years as a way to connect with her own body.

This offering grew from her own personal practice and professional work supporting women throughout her professional career. Jess has a deep respect for the sensitivity and strength involved in telling one’s story. Every artwork is created with care, curiosity and respect for the person behind it.