A Haunting Vision of California: The Life and Art of Jessie James Palmer Jessie Homer French, known professionally as Jessie James Palmer, is a self-taught artist whose work resonates with a quiet power—a haunting exploration of the landscapes of rural California interwoven with profound themes of grief, memory, and ecological ruin. Born in New York City in 1940, Palmer’s artistic journey unfolded not through formal training but throu…