Spotlight on Jessie Foakes — Urban Energy Meets Expressive Canvas

June 3, 2025
Spotlight on Jessie Foakes — Urban Energy Meets Expressive Canvas
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Spotlight on Jessie Foakes — Urban Energy Meets Expressive Canvas


Jessie Foakes: From Tattooist to Bold Canvas Visionary

At BradburyART, we’re proud to showcase the dynamic, unapologetic art of Jessie Foakes — a British artist who has journeyed from tattooing skin to painting vibrant canvases. Jessie’s unique background and fearless experimentation have shaped a collection that pulses with energy, urban grit, and raw creativity.

Born and raised in Essex, Jessie’s path has been anything but traditional. She spent a year living in her van, an experience that sparked her love for freedom, movement, and the idea of creating without limits. This spirit is evident in her work, where playful characters, bold typography, and layered textures collide.


A Unique Approach to Artmaking

What sets Jessie’s work apart isn’t just her subject matter — it’s her methods. Instead of sticking to brushes alone, Jessie embraces unconventional tools:

  • Snapped pieces of wood

  • Rulers

  • Palette knives

  • Spray cans

This hands-on, layered approach gives her paintings an edge that bridges fine art and street art, blending precise details with chaotic, vibrant overlays.

Her portfolio includes original paintings and hand-signed limited edition prints, each infused with humor, irony, and a sense of rebellion.


Highlights from the Collection

Some standout pieces currently available at BradburyART include:

  • Hey Charlie — A playful, edgy spin on pop culture icons like snoopy.

  • Tea Cakes — Familiar branding reimagined in Jessie’s raw, expressive style.

  • Tomato Delight — A gritty nod to Warhol, with Jessie’s unmistakable twist.


Each work offers a glimpse into Jessie’s world — where nothing is off-limits, and every mark on the canvas has attitude.


Interested in Jessie Foakes’ Artwork?

While this collection isn’t fully displayed in our gallery space, we are happy to help if you’re interested in purchasing or would like to arrange a private viewing. Please get in touch with us directly, and we can provide availability details, additional photos, or help coordinate a viewing that works for you.


Explore the full Jessie Foakes collection online here — bring a touch of urban vibrancy into your collection today.

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