Joan learned to draw and paint at Boston University’s School of Fine Arts and the Laguna College of Art + Design. She has painted contemporary representational oil paintings for more than 20 years. Known as a colorist, her seascapes, landscapes and portraits are expressive, vibrant and beautiful.
Joan has a deep affinity for the ocean. She spent every summer of her childhood at the beach near Coney Island. She has explored the undersea world as a certified scuba diver. Joan's seascapes capture the grace of waves and surfers in Southern California while her landscapes reflect scenes from and bicycling trips and other adventures.
Many prestigious fine art exhibitions have exhibited Joan's paintings. They include:
California Art Club
City of Laguna Beach
Crystal Cove Conservancy
Hilbert Museum of California Art
Huntington Beach Art Center
Laguna Plein Air Painters Association
Sawdust Art Festival