Tessa Watson if the founder of OGAARD Gallery, a materials-focused art space in Oakland, California. Tessa shared this about her list:

"This summer, the curious gossip inside me has led me down the path of biographies. Biographies of artists, designers, and other creatives.  I think I am craving the reassurance of the highs and lows that are such a common experience of those working in any field , but especially in creative fields.  As you might see from this list, I am particlaly interested in the work and experience of women in art and design.  My experience in having ØGAARD has also given me a lot of interest in ideas of presentation and use of space - which encompasses a lot of influence from archetecture, interior design, and furniture design.