Her love for painting began at a tender age and she could spend most of her free time drawing, sketching and painting using simple tools. Later in life, this interest led her to explore her creativity in a variety of media including pen and ink, graphite, gouache, acrylic and watercolor. Her focus is mainly flowers and is inspired by the beauty in her surroundings. To her, painting has become her all consuming passion. Using many layers of color, Joanne's intent is to convey the richness of color of the flowers as well as their delicate feel.