about jes
If you’re reading this, thank you. That is all.
Jes currently lives in New York where she pursues her careers in acting, modeling and design with a fiery passion. In 2013 she landed a recurring role as an inmate on the successful Netflix series, ‘Orange is the New Black and recently (2018) a role on ‘The Punisher’ another successful Netflix show.
Her love of film came at an early age but it was during her high school years that she began a serious pursuit of an acting career; this strong pursuit carried over to her college years. Jes started attending Laney community college in 2008; a school within the Peralta Community college system of the East Bay in California. While enrolled at Laney she attended theatre courses, auditioned and performed in the school's productions; while also finding time to audition for independent projects outside of school.
While in school at Laney, as a bit of a leisure activity and business venture Jes founded, T U N C: Her clothing brand inspired by her art in silk screening, mixed media collage and her love of Pop-Art.
In addition to her acting and designing careers, Jes also began modeling during school; taking freelance gigs to broaden her portfolio.
In 2012 she moved to New York and auditioned for NYU’s Drama School, Tisch. Though she was not accepted, despite the rejection she continued to pursue a career in acting; appearing in theatre, independent and short films,
Taking a brief hiatus from TUNC, Jes got back into designing in 2016; working with a new design influence and motifs rooted in the punk grunge and alternative cultures; with the center pieces being leather and safety pins. In October of 2016 she was approached to do her first fashion show with the Raw artist collective Organization; it was a success. From the strength of that show she was then asked to do another fashion show during New York Fashion Week in 2017, also a huge success. THE brand has since evolved from TUNC to TUNC BY JESXDAv. After the success of the two fore mentioned fashion shows she went on to do 3 more including another New York Fashion Week show in Feb 2018.
Her most recent feature film entitled, ‘Play’ is currently in post production.
film & tv
FEATURE & SHORT FILM
p l a y (2019) the girl (lead) Dir. Jay Palmieri Jr.
Tragic (2017) annabelle (Lead) Dir. Marvalee Peart
Léa (2017) Harlow (Lead) Dir. Jay Palmieri Jr.
The Morning After (2016) Jane (lead) Dir. Sekou Sangare
JEFFTOWN (2016) Evan the Biker Babe Dir. Joshua Briggs
Meet Up (2016) Jannie (Supporting) Dir. Antione Ogier
TASTE (2016) Charli (Supporting) Dir. Jay Palmieri Jr.
Eighty-6 (2015) Pauline (Supporting) Dir. Gage Zanghi
Sweet Shadow (2016) Krystal (Supporting) Dir. Richard Seneque/Jassiel McBride
Just One (2015) Taylor (Lead) Dir. Donell Clark
Brother Liar John (2010) Angelina (Supporting) Dir. Benjamin Raphael-Garcia
The Virgin of the Candles (2009) Dayo (Lead) Dir. Victoria Giordana
tv APPEARENCES
The PUNISHER Hooker #2 NETFLIX 2018
Russian Doll Madonna Netflix 2018
Orange is the New Black Inmate (Recurring) NETFLIX 2013-2017
Shades of Blue Undercover detective (rECURRING) NBC 2015-2018
THEATRE
The Culture of Now Alex Dixon Place, Ny Nyc
Ella or the Baby Adelaide q. e. d Theatre, Queens, NY
Pigeon Spikes Venice Dixon Place NY, NYC
POMEGRENADE KHARON I R T THEATRE, NYC, NY
Call of The Void Tabatha New Perspectives Theatre, NYC ,NY
Twelve Angry Women Juror 8 Roebuck Theatre, NYC, NY
...Suck It Up Princess. Kelly Manhattan rep Theatre NYC, NY
NORTHBOUND (2017) ANNABELLE THEATRE FOR THE NEW CITY NYC, NY
Black Star (2016) ramona The Secret Theatre, NYC NY
The Tooth of Crime (2015) Cheyanne /REF Connolly Theatre NYC, NY
Tragedy at Hood 14542 (2014) Wife (Supporting) Cabrini Repertory Theatre, NYC,NY
Charlie's Aunt (2010) Kitty (Suporting) San Leandro Players Theatre, CA
A Grave Situation (2010) Actor 4 (Supporting) Theatre Festival, San Francisco, CA
Romeo and Juliet (2008) The Siren (Supporting) Laney College Theatre Oakland, CA
Turning Tables (2008) Jasmine/Little Girl Laney College Theatre, Oakland, CA
more on
MODELING PORTFOLIO
STATS
HEIGHT : 5’6”
CUP : 33 A
WAIST : 26
HIP : 34
Shoe : 8
Hair : Dark Brown
Eyes : Brown
T U N C † JESXDAV
instagram @tuncxjesdav
THE BRAND
THE CLOTHES
TUNC by JESXDAV is a brand inspired by JES DAVIS' personal style; which can be described as punk, grunge, alternative, with a modern chic edge. The color scheme is black and lot of it. However there is room for colour as the designer has an affinity for 80's Pop-Art and its bold pastels You can purchase the clothes here.
POP-ART COLLAGES
The pop-art collages, shown here, are inspired by the 80's era pop art themes and colors. The art of Andy Warhol, Robert Liechtenstein and Tom Wesselmann are among the artists of which inspired the collages. The collages are hand crafted/composed; all of which are 11x14.
The original collage works can be purchased via this website. If you'd like one of the collages as a poster or post card, you may order them via Etsy. See the link below.
+ N E W S +
for performances + screenings & other artistic ENDEAVORS.
Current event
theatre
‘tHE CULTURE OF NOW’
THURSDAY SEPT 20TH
7PM AT THE ACORN THEATRE
AT THEATRE ROW
A collection of monologues inspired by the artist’s relationship to their work
and how they communicate their message to a world so heavily influenced by
social media and societal pressures
PURCHASE TICKETS
PAST EVENTS
THEATRE
'N O R T H B O U N D: THE TULLY EDITION'
OPENed FEB 26TH 2018
the players Club at Gramercy Park
A short play prequel to the original, ‘NORTHBOUND’ play.
This piece of theatre explores the relationship of Annabelle,
a slave girl, and Collin, The slave master’s son.
t h e a t r e
'ella or the baby'
opened dec 2017
At the q.e.d theatre in Queens, NY
Ella or The Baby explores the decision that a couple have to make
between either the life of their soon to bee born child or their
surrogate mother.
Written By Kendra Augustin Directed by Leslie Weishaar
'P O M E G R E N A D E'
opened sept 2017
An original piece, Based on the story of Hades & persephone
Hades, lord of the underworld, kidnaps persephone hoping to
wed her and bring piece to his unstable kingdom. It's instability
brought on by the plagues of mortals and their wars; the bodies
of the dead pile up in the underworld leaving no room for them
or their memories of the world. The story explores the relationship
of Hades and Persephone
Written & Directed by Ran Xia
'call of the void'
opened aug 2017
the new perspectives theatre nyc
Story of a brother and sister who endure a trauma brought on by the sister and
are years later forced to deal with the repercussions of her actions, confronting
one another on an emotional level.
Written by Kendra Augustin Directed by mary mcginley
'N O R T H B O U N D'
opened feb 2017
theatre for the new city
Jes Davis stared as the leading lady in this original theatre piece 'Northbound.'
She played "Annabelle" a slave longing for freedom but trapped by circumstance
and her own inner conflict.
An original theater piece written & directed by marvalee peart.
opened feb 9th 2017
at the, theatre for the new city
FASHION SHOWS
T U N C by JESXDAV ON THE RVNWAY
MODA WEEK INTERNATIONAL NWFW 2018 FASHION SHOW
THE SET NYC nye 2017 FASHION SHOW
T U N C by JESXDAV in a Fashion & Art Event
hosted by The Set NYC to bring awareness to and end CHILD TRAFFICKING.
THE SET NYC oct 2017 FASHION SHOW
T U N C by JESXDAV in a Fashion & Art Event
hosted by The Set NYC to bring awareness to and end CHILD TRAFFICKING.
THE SET NYC NWFW 2017 FASHION SHOW
Jes showcased her punk inspired brand, T U N C by JESXDAV in a Fashion & Art Event
hosted by The Set NYC to bring awareness to and end CHILD TRAFFICKING.
R A W artists FASHION SHOW
NOV 16TH 2016 RAW: NATURAL BORN ARTIST † ART & FASHION SHOW
Jes participated in the RAW ART Show as a Designer showcasing her brand T U N C † JESXDAV PUNK LEATHER JACKETS & SHIRTS
To see more from T U N C † JESXDAV & her RAW ARTIST PROFILE check out the links below.
more past events
JULY 13TH 2016 NEW YORK FINE ART SHOW 'BLACKLIGHT' HOSTED BY PIM SHIH
Jes Davis was one of the artist featured in the fine art show to see her work check the, 'JACKETS & ART' tab.
JUNE 24TH 2016 AMALGAMATE PHOTOGRAPHY OPENING
Collection of photos by photographer LOUIS SEIGAL. Showing the relationship between the artist and their art. Jes Davis is featured as one of the artists photographed. .
past SCREENINGS
T A S T E SCREENINGS
The fashion horror film 'Taste,' in which Jes plays "Charli," the seductive escort. Directed by Jay Palmieri: The film chronicles the life of a fashion model who's life is complicated by her mysterious night activities and the presence of a prominent photographer.
OCTOBER 2ND 2016 'TASTE' TO BE SCREENED DURING, THE SCARE-A-CON HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
AUGUST 24TH 2016 'TASTE' TO BE SCREENED DURING, THE NEW FILMMAKER NEW YORK FILM FESTIVAL
the morning after
'THE MORNING AFTER,' Directed by Sekou Sangare was screened during THE UPTOWN MAGAZINE SHORT FILM FESTIVAL on May 13 & May 14th 2016. The film explores the morning after an intimate night with John and Jane, as they wake up together. No words. Just thoughts, spoken through the body and most importantly the eyes. You can see the full film on Vimeo.
salty cf
What is CF ?
I was born with a Chronic Genetic lung condition, Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis or CF: is a condition where the body produces an excess of thick sticky mucus that attach primarily to the lungs and requires rigorous daily respiratory therapy to eradicate most of the mucus build up. Not only does the mucus affect the lungs but other vital organs as well: liver, kidneys, the digestive tract is another major system affected, making it difficult to gain weight. The body doesn’t retain nutrients or fat from food on it’s own, to do so require medications. So there’s that. I’m a bit wary a times about mentioning this part of my life as I don’t want it to define who I am, but it is a part of my life.
the salty girls
In May of 2015 I became involved with THE SALTY GIRLS, a group founded by photographer Ian Pettigrew to highlight the challenges and strength of women with Cystic Fibrosis compiled into a book of inspirational stories from these women and myself. It took a lot of back and forth conversations about whether or not to expose myself to the world like this. Private by nature, it’s always been helpful to me that CF isn’t an obvious physical condition. It was easy for me to hide and pretend to not be a CF patient, not hear pity or woe concerning my health. No one wants to hear that, you feel sorry for them at least I didn’t. So, doing Salty Girls for me meant, that might happen, that people would rally around me as the, ‘sick girl’, their ‘sick friend.’ Needless to say, that was all in my head. I was met with so much admiration and words complimenting my strength. It was empowering as I hadn't really conceptualized. I knew people thought I was strong, but hearing it was different, it was good, it felt great.
THE SALTY GIRLS project has been so successfull that it has expanded from the Books and Calendars to a magazine. if you'd like to support please visit the website and subscribe, or buy a book.
+IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CYSTIC FIBROSIS, DONATE OR SUPPORT, VISIT THE SITES BELOW.
“I CAN’T DEPEND ON ANYONE TO ACCEPT ME, I HAVE TO ACCEPT MYSELF.”
PHOTOS BY IAN PETTIGREW