Soft Pastel Paintings
Joanna’s commitment to her craft is evident in the meticulous attention she gives to light and shadow, which play a crucial role in differentiating her work. Through her paintings, Joanna manages to convey not just images but experiences and feelings, inviting contemplation and providing a haven of visual comfort for art lovers. Her exhibitions are often described as mesmerising, as they allow the audience to slowly drift into the serene atmospheres she so beautifully illustrates on canvas.
Soft pastel paintings by Joanna exude a sense of tranquillity and are a testament to the subtle power that can be found in art.
Joanna’s work is characterised by a vivid yet calming colour palette that brings her subjects to life in a uniquely delicate manner.
Her subject matter ranges from serene seascapes to intimate still life, each imbued with a sense of peace and introspection.
Each painting tells a story, capturing moments of beauty in their purest forms, with soft textures that seem to make the canvas breathe.
The choice of pastels as her medium allows for a blend of precision and spontaneity that is signature to her artistic expression.
The layered application of colour creates depth and evokes emotion, inviting viewers into a dreamy, ethereal world
Joanna’s commitment to her craft is evident in the meticulous attention she gives to detail, light and shadow, which play a crucial role in differentiating her work. Through her paintings, Joanna conveys not just images but also experiences and feelings, inviting contemplation and providing a haven of visual comfort for art lovers.
Her exhibitions are often described as mesmerising, as they allow the audience to slowly drift into the serene atmospheres she so beautifully illustrates on canvas.
‘A Man Of Words And Not Of Deeds…..’
(67.3cm x 94cm)
Illustration of the nursery rhyme by Percy B Green
At the heart of the composition, a majestic tiger’s face emerges—its mane rendered in sweeping strokes of blue, white, radiating energy and movement. The tiger’s open mouth, with its formidable fangs, commands attention and symbolises both the ferocity and vulnerability of words unleashed. Surrounding the central figure, the nursery rhyme’s verses are intricately woven into the artwork itself.
A lion, curled in repose, anchors the lower left, while a silhouetted figure—composed entirely of text—crosses a copper-hued moon, adding a layer of narrative intrigue. The interplay of hand-lettered text, bold animal portraiture, and abstract elements creates a piece that is visually arresting.
‘New Beginnings’ (prints only)
(29.7cm x 21cm)
A mixed media work that fuses classical technique with contemporary digital artistry. This evocative piece features a luminous, softly rendered human form, created in soft pastel with a computer-generated butterfly overlay. The figure’s delicate contours and subtle shading evoke vulnerability and strength, while the vibrant butterflies—each meticulously layered and digitally enhanced—swirl and gather across the body in a mesmerising dance.
The butterflies, symbols of metamorphosis and hope, appear to both adorn and liberate the figure, suggesting themes of personal growth, emergence, and the beauty of change. The interplay between the tactile softness of pastel and the crisp, dynamic energy of the digital overlay creates a unique visual tension.
‘Evening Sky’ (original sold)
(67.3cm x 94cm)
‘Evening Sky’, a soft pastel painting that captures the serene magic of a sunset by the sea. This evocative work invites viewers to pause and breathe in the gentle transition from day to night, as warm golden hues melt into cool blues and silvery greys across the horizon.
The artist’s use of soft pastel brings a velvety richness to the sky and water, allowing light to shimmer on the waves and dance across the wet sand. Subtle gradations of colour and delicate blending create a sense of atmosphere and depth, while the gentle movement of the surf evokes both calm and wonder.
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