about me.

Hello! My name is Jackie & I am a photographer and a fiber artist.
I have always been in awe of the magic of nature around us. I have a deep love for ancient myths & classic literature; and am constantly captivated by the ways these stories illustrate how humanity interacts with & is influenced by the forces of nature.
My art reflects the ebb & flow of the natural world, the lyricism & poetry of the elements; and is inspired by the rich literary themes & characters that I love so dearly.

My photography journey has been one long in the making.
Photography, for me, is a way to ground; a way to connect to nature; a way to be present & appreciate the preciousness & beauty in small moments.
It is a way for me to practice spontaneity;
to use what is in front of me to manipulate an image & capture a certain moment,
to appreciate nature and light in its purest form.

I strive to capture little, precious moments in every fiber piece I create, too;
allowing the botanicals I use to shape the piece in an abstract flow.

In photography & fiber both, I am deeply rooted in storytelling;
capturing small, precious moments that connect us all as human beings to the beautiful world around us.
🍂
~ j

about the name.

“Thackery” (sometimes spelled Thackeray or Thackray) was originally an old English surname from the 11th century, meaning “at the thack-wray” (the thack-wray being a place for storing thatch material). It was pulled from the Old Norse words for “thatching, reeds” & “nook, corner”.
I absolutely love the sensory experience of thatch; the look, feel, and even smell of dried hay. It reminds me of Autumn; my favorite time of year.
To me, thatch and storytelling are very similar; a gathering and weaving together to create something new.
🍂