Coldrey is a creative thought leader using art and engineering to shape more inclusive, vibrant and sustainable communities.
In the press
“Jess Coldrey uses design and engineering to connect people with technology in seriously innovative ways.”
“From Yarra Ranges Tech School’s first artist in residence to one of the UK’s top 50 women in engineering, Jess Coldrey has taken her success to the international level.”
“From robotics and drone selfies winning her the prestigious Agendo Art Prize to her recent fashion project in France exploring endometriosis, Coldrey’s art has traversed creativity and engineering to spark new conversations about the future.”
Ms Coldrey is one of “Australia's brightest young people”.
“Jess acts as an inspiration for others, and is performing wonders in the world of engineering.”
“The sky is the limit for Jess […] with a clear vision and a proficient understanding of photography.”
Working with Robots
Pet Drone #1 from Jess’ Retro Futurism series was featured in a 2022 pop-up at London’s world-renowned gallery, the Tate Britain.
“Jessica's eye-catching image was created during her time as the inaugural artist in residence at Yarra Ranges Tech School (YRTS), and marks the first time a photograph has won the Agendo prize in its 14-year history.”
Advocating for Endo
Jess is currently an advisor to the women’s health organisation QENDO, and was named as a 2021 Laureate of the Australian French Association for Innovation and Research for her work creating international links between patients, researchers, and surgeons.
Her series Into the Rabbit Hole, Pain Pageant and Invisible Pain have raised awareness for the illness across the globe, including at the Australian Museum of Photography and the 2022 World Congress on Endometriosis in Scotland.