Hello! My name is Jen and I’m a multidisciplinary artist and gardener living in Portland, Oregon.

Descended from a long line of flower enthusiasts—including my great-great grandfather who was a horticulturalist and flower farmer—I’ve always dreamt of having a garden of my own. Today I live in a tiny white house—with my husband and two cats—on a 5000 sq ft plot filled with flowers.

My cottage garden provide endless inspiration and provides a grounded sense of place in this world. Flowers have always been a source of joy, otherworldly beauty and wonder. I chose the name ‘The Flower Wife’ after listening to an old Scottish reel (dance song) called ‘The Oyster Wives’ Rant.’ I thought, if you can be an oyster wife, couldn’t you be a flower wife too?

Besides tending my garden and arranging flowers, I’m a printmaker, collage artist and wannabe ceramicist who obsessively delves into the history of women makers, domestic arts, nature and folklore.

Contact me to enquire about commissions or anything else. (If you don’t hear from me within a reasonable time frame please check your Spam folder.)