Rooted in the laid-back spirit of Southern California and grounded by the grit of Michigan, Jazz Benitez’s artistic journey is a dynamic blend of creativity, connection, and community. As an artist, Jazz uses brushstrokes, words, and the spaces they create to foster dialogue, build stronger communities, and express the richness of the human experience. Their work is deeply influenced by themes of love, loss, healing, and the intricate ways we reflect and connect with one another.

Jazz has been given the opportunity through Creative 360 in Midland MI to share their perspective on what connects us through our unique experiences within "Love, Grief & The Human Condition." This work will be experiential for the viewer, not just in 2d canvas work, but through the senses. Hitting on the rose colored spaces of love, through the stages of grief and into the journey toward the wholeness of loving yourself. Reflecting on how we relate to one another through these unique experiences, Jazz hope to give people the opportunity to receive their neighbor with an open heart, and be moved to give each other grace as we navigate what it means to be human.

Jazz’s creative journey is one of continuous evolution, with a focus on making art accessible and meaningful. Their work is an invitation to reflect on the shared moments of life, how we love, how we heal, and how we connect. Jazz aims to inspire others to live with purpose, embrace creativity, and find healing through connection. Whether through the emotional depth of their artwork or the spaces they create, Jazz encourages curiosity, unity, and the simple joy of living purposefully.

All proceeds will support the creation of this immersive show at Creative 360. Funds will cover everything from the creative process and materials to the initial build-out, breakdown of the space, and any other needs to bring this vision to life.