At the heart of Go’s practice is an intuitive, almost alchemical relationship with material and process—one she often describes as “magic.” Her imagination and playful approach give rise to surfaces that bubble, stretch, and fracture; glazes that shift with metallic luminescence and smoke-soaked, reticulated shards. The work holds a quiet tension between fragility and endurance, reflecting an ongoing inquiry into empathy, environmental awareness, and the shared language of the human body.
Jessamyn Go is a ceramic artist based in Mastic Beach Long Island, NY. She holds a BS in Studio Art from New York University and has exhibited internationally, including the XV Florence Biennale, 1000 Vases in Milan and Paris, and the Every Woman Biennial in New York. In 2025, Go was named an Andy Warhol Visual Arts Program Artist through The Nature Conservancy of New York. She is also a recipient of the Long Island Grants for the Arts 2026 Artist Fellowship and the Optimum Small Business Grant through the LIA Foundation. Her work is represented by Kasper Contemporary and Russell Steele, with selected pieces featured at the Parrish Art Museum Store.
Beyond the studio, Go’s work moves fluidly into education and community engagement. She serves as lead instructor of the ceramics program at The Studio at Gallery North, Director of the Ecology Art Lab with the Mastic Beach Conservancy, and lead artist for Shaping the Shoreline, a grant-funded clay workshop presented throughout Long Island—roles that reflect her commitment to inclusive, community-centered creative learning.
Across sculpture, teaching, and public programming, Go approaches clay as both medium and metaphor—a way to shape connection, honor process, and imagine more empathetic ways of inhabiting the world.
“I am captivated by the tactile sensation of my hands in the earth. a deliberate process that allows me to dive deep into a meditative state. It is in this state where a dialogue comes to life in 3D sculptural biomorphic forms. My approach is intuitive, exploring clay’s responsive nature to touch, pressure, and will, often embracing moments of surrender.
Surface finishing is a vital aspect of my work. I create a variety of surface designs that recur in the different collections I produce. From the lustrous raku metallic sheen to boldly hand painted words that adorn the surface. The inviting mix of textures of the clay and crackled formulated glazes are another aspect of engagement I present on the vessels and sculptures. I am drawn to the tactile experience of creating sculpture. My intention is to create a physical experience for viewers, inviting them to engage with each piece, evoking a desire to move around, touch, hold, and caress.
Through my work, I aim to create a tangible dialogue, inviting viewers to connect with the pieces on a sensory and emotional level,” -Jessamyn Go
WHAT IS FEMME SOLE?
Femme Sole is a private ceramic studio nestled in the heart of Mastic Beach on the East End of Long Island. Dedicated to the art of slow craftsmanship, Jessamyn offers a collection of finely handcrafted ceramics that embody timeless elegance and thoughtful design. Each piece reflects a harmonious balance of form and function—inviting a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the handmade.
Her work speaks to those with discerning taste, inspiring a return to intentional living. Through soulful, one-of-a-kind vessels, collectors are encouraged to elevate their daily rituals—transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary with objects that carry meaning, presence, and enduring sophistication.
What does Femme Sole mean?
“For me the significance of “Femme Sole” amplifies the existence of Womxn owned businesses. Each Femme Sole ceramic piece encapsulates the vitality and spirit of the brave individuals who confront the ongoing struggle for peace, engaging in a relentless fight against violence and oppression directed towards the vulnerable, including Womxn, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities.”
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Birds eye view of trimming a brown cup
Image of the inside of the Femme Sole Ceramic Studio.
Close up of the Femme Sole Signature Collection Vases by Jessamyn Go
Image of hanging pots in jute twine
I acknowledge the Unkechaug Nation, the original stewards of the land where I live and work in Mastic Beach, NY. I honor their enduring relationship to this land and recognize their ongoing cultural, spiritual, and environmental contributions. I pay my respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging, and extend that respect to Indigenous communities connected to the materials and traditions within my practice.