I'm Jen—the illustrator and surface designer behind By Jen. My artwork blends playful imagery, bright color palettes, and a heartfelt spirit -perfect for greeting cards, gift wrap, stationery, textiles, and children's products. With my skills in digital illustration, graphic design, and seamless repeating patterns, I create joy filled designs inspired by the idea that everyday is a gift. Before becoming a full-time artist, I spent 20 years working as an optometrist. But everything changed in 2020 after a life-altering breast cancer diagnosis. That experience helped me see more clearly than ever that life is precious, and creativity had always been calling. I made the leap—and now every day in my studio is a celebration of gratitude, imagination, and play.…I'm Jen—the illustrator and surface designer behind By Jen. My artwork blends playful imagery, bright color palettes, and a heartfelt spirit -perfect for greeting cards, gift wrap, stationery, textiles, and children's products. With my skills in digital illustration, graphic design, and seamless repeating patterns, I create joy filled designs inspired by the idea that everyday is a gift. Before becoming a full-time artist, I spent 20 years working as an optometrist. But everything changed in 2020 after a life-altering breast cancer diagnosis. That experience helped me see more clearly than ever that life is precious, and creativity had always been calling. I made the leap—and now every day in my studio is a celebration of gratitude, imagination, and play.WWWW…