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Jessica Tormey

Jessica Tormey

mother dearest

Part of a broader exploration of those who shaped me, Mother Dearest stands apart as an acknowledgment rather than admiration. It is not a portrait of nurture, but of power, examining conditional love, control disguised as care, and survival as a quiet, enduring act of rebellion.

Awards

Art of Storytelling Contest

2025

Nominee

Character Studies

Non Professional

mother dearest

Part of a broader exploration of those who shaped me, Mother Dearest stands apart as an acknowledgment rather than admiration. It is not a portrait of nurture, but of power, examining conditional love, control disguised as care, and survival as a quiet, enduring act of rebellion.

About Artist

Jessica Tormey

I am a Gippsland-based photographer from Australia My work spans fine art portraiture, fashion, and photojournalism. My practice explores healing, memory, and the quiet ways people learn to survive, using photography as a language for emotional storytelling. I prioritise connection, trust, and lived experience over perfection, often working in intimate, collaborative ways with my subjects. Drawing on personal history and chosen family, her images sit with complexity rather than seeking resolution. Through honest, narrative-driven imagery, I create work that invites stillness, reflection, and a deeper sense of human connection.

Jessica Tormey

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fashion & Beauty, Film/Analog, People, Photojournalism, Portrait

Location

Australia

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