The Artist
Briefly.....
Joan was born in Chicago, Illinois where
she attended the American Academy of
Art,studying Design,Fashion
Illustration,Watercolor, and Life
Drawing.After marrying a military man
she,along with her husband and four
children,spent twenty years traveling
the world. At each post her studies
expanded to include pastel portraiture,
Sumi painting,sculpture,and wood
carving.She is a member of the National
Museum of Women in the Arts as well
The National League of American Pen
Women.Published works include The
Wayshowers, co- authored by poet and
friend Bonnie Bostram and an audio
tape entitled The Magical Mystical
House,a childrens tape.
From the artist.....
Peace,love and joy are power filled words expressed in different
ways by those of our global family.Seeking within myself for these
experiences has led me to books by many teachers,to
workshops,and personal contacts throughout the world.They have
helped to provide a wealth of inspiration for my work. Positive
images as wayshowers and role models are what make up my
Kindred Spirits.