“My process usually begins with my interest in a challenging subject matter, whether it be an intricate floral arrangement or a bustling city scene. Watercolor gives me the opportunity to paint with vibrant transparent color to bring the scene alive. The beauty of the Hudson Valley is inspirational. It is like living in a constantly changing watercolor painting. My heartfelt gratitude to John Barilla for giving me the honor of using his brilliant photography of NYC as reference material.”

Education: B.A. in studio art, Bard College. Also studied at Art Students League, School of Visual Arts, Parsons School of Design and Brooklyn Museum Art School. Watercolor studies with Betsy Jacaruso since 2008.

Shows: Ongoing at Betsy Jacaruso Gallery in Rhinebeck. Duck Pond Gallery, Arts Society of Kingston, Morton Library, Mid-Hudson Valley Credit Union, Montgomery Row, ArtSpace, ArtPop and Rhinebeck Town Hall.

Joanne’s work is in private collections throughout North America...