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Jillian Gomez
Jillian Gomez is a visual artist and musician based in San Antonio, Texas. Her visual art practice focuses primarily on printmaking and book arts. She is the co-founder of Sybil Press, a DIY book press dedicated to producing limited-edition, hand-made prints, books, and zines. Sybil Press has participated in numerous book and zine fairs including the Printed Matter’s LA Art Book Fair, Chicago Art Book Fair, Paris Ass Book Fair, and Tokyo Art Book Fair (virtual edition during COVID), among others. Through Sybil Press, Gomez has collaborated with artists from around the world on small press publications and print editions. In honor of her friend Sybil, a portion of all sales is donated to animal welfare and animal rights organizations.
In addition to her visual art practice, Gomez is an active musician performing with several projects including Moon Tokki, Communal Death Duck, and her solo project Little Joe. Moon Tokki has performed regularly since 2021 and appeared on the PBS program Sound on Tap. The band was also named the winner of the 2024 Burly Fest Battle of the Bands. Gomez’s newest solo project, Little Joe & the Dead Boys, focuses on expanding her songwriting and performance practice and is best described as whimsical goth-country.
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Artist Type: Performing Arts: Musician; Visual Arts: Painter, Printmaker
Artist Style: Music: Alternative Rock, Folk; Visual Art: Illustrative
Artist Statement of Work
Tell us about your work (style, approach, philosophy, subject and/or theme):
My approach to songwriting and visual art has always come from a personal place. When I decide to create something, it's usually because I have a deep connection to the subject or story in some way. My work is often auto-biographical, with a focus on animals, nature, and relationships. I write and create based on what I know and feel.
Inspired by musicians such as David Bowie, I love pushing the boundaries when it comes to songwriting and performance. I want to create music and put on shows that will captivate the audience and be a memorable experience.