01 | Dead Stock
01 | Dead Stock

Animation

01 | Dead Stock

In the overcrowded aisles of a discount store, an old lady dies and her body is consumed by bugs, becoming part of the wasteland of mass-produced, plastic goods she once coveted. This experimental, mixed-media animated film is an exploration of... More

02 | The Piece Atop His Pate
02 | The Piece Atop His Pate

Animation

02 | The Piece Atop His Pate

In collaboration with Canadian Art Song Project. An animated short inspired by Jocelyn Morlock’s song "Bobby Hull" with words by Bill Richardson. A playful retelling of one of hockey’s quirkiest moments, blending classical music, 1970s CBC... More

03 | A Rose by Any Other Name
03 | A Rose by Any Other Name

Animation

03 | A Rose by Any Other Name

A mixed-media 2D and stop-motion animated short and installation exploring the isolating experience of being aroace in a society that emphasizes the importance of romance.

04 | Character Designs
04 | Character Designs

Illustration

04 | Character Designs

Character designs and explorations for various projects

05 | Isle of Flowers
05 | Isle of Flowers

Illustration

05 | Isle of Flowers

Diaspyros: The Isle of Flowers is a personal project developing a story about a magical island where flower language is used as a second language. The story follows a florist, a baker, and a mage as they enter adulthood and discover their places on... More

06 | Medieval-inspired Work
06 | Medieval-inspired Work

Illustration

06 | Medieval-inspired Work

Much of my practice takes inspiration from medieval art and illustrations.

Work by

Jae Despi

Animation

“Do you reckon I can put spreadsheets in my portfolio-”