Jess in Photographs

by Kyung

Jess Lambiase

On Sept 28th, 2009, Jess and I first went on our ‘Urban Safari’. It was mostly walking around downtown, and capturing the oddities. Ever since then, she’s been an integral part of what we do, and with some understanding for what it’s like to work with me, she’s done a marvelous job catering to my craziness.

Together, we set out on accomplishing the impossible- conquering the vast chicken fields of Denver with our cameras. We’ve had our battles, and we’ve had our setbacks (we’re human), but we always focused on the objective, and thus continued slaying the demon horde of the oncoming photoshoots without a second thought. Always together, and always telling each other to go “fuck yourself”. We were indeed a harmonious duo.

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end, and young padawans eventually become Jedis, or in some cases, Sith Lords. In Jess’ case, she’s chosen to leave SyMobius with a very loving, “go fuck yourself, Kyung” and has set out to engage the chicken foes on a solo mission.

for almost 3 years, I’ve always thought of Jess when I would think of SyMobius. She’s become a staple of what we’re about, and needless to say, a huge influence to our cultural identity. Not only confident in her own right as a photographer, she’s a never-ending torrent of creativity. In my opinion, she lives to express herself. She’s a true artist, and it deeply saddens me to see her depart our nest.

As an artist, I can acknowledge a handful of figures in my life, that I’ve come to respect and depend on, in times of creative need. Without a doubt, Jess has been one of those fixtures in my life as a photographer. She worked tirelessly to feed my creative hunger, and to push me when I felt empty.

So without further delay, we salute you, Jess, and we thank you.

Wherever you are, my friend, I hope you are in good company, and we hope you know that here at SyMobius, you are missed, and also loved.

Your Friend,

Kyung.