About Jazzo | The Love, The Art and The Pride

My name is Jazz, I go by Jazzocreative or simply Jazzo. 

I am a multidisciplinary artist, a wife, a sister, and a daughter, a student of the Arts (currently 2nd year at the University of Canberra Creative Industries - Visual arts) and of the culture, and I am an  Australian-born woman with Samoan and Niuean heritage. I was born and raised in the sunny city of Logan, a place where rich cultural diversity thrives. Logan is a community where you make the most of what you’re given—a place shaped by circumstance rather than substance. For me, the southside has been both a safe haven, filled with cherished childhood memories thanks to my grandparents and sister, and a constant reminder to be grateful for what you have and the good people in your life.

A long time ago, I decided that my art would be a tribute to my life and culture. As I grew into my creativity, I spent my early years honing my ability to create something out of nothing, turning even the smallest experiences into creative expressions that reflect my life. Looking back now, I see how this has evolved on a grander scale, where I truly grasp the impact of what I create, both for myself and others. It’s only recently that I’ve embraced sharing my passion, recognizing that we live in a society eager to hear the stories of people of color and celebrate their expressions.

This is a path I’m committed to pursuing in my career and my journey towards a life of creativity. By sharing cultural expressions through my art and the work of others, I aim to provide representation and inspire young artists to explore their own creative paths if they feel the pull. I also seek to educate others by sharing the cultural art of my heritage, helping them understand and appreciate its history and significance.

I recognize that the motifs I use and the symbolism I recreate have existed long before me and will continue long after I’m gone. While I’m here, blessed with this talent and passion from God, I want to share my creations and stand alongside the artists I admire—those who create not just for themselves but for their culture, continually elevating the narrative of POC creativity. 

As time goes on, I hope that my art, my social media, and my platform will contribute to introducing you to the richness of cultural expressions through a diasporic lens—my eyes—and help you appreciate the love, the art, and the pride that fuel my work.

All love,

Jazzo