J.J. Joyce

 Artists take their inspiration from many things. It could be music, a memory, a feeling, another artist’s drawings or the beauty of nature. As a lifelong gardener, I get my inspiration from my yard. The beauty of nature stimulates all the senses (sight, smell, sound, touch and taste). My garden has always been my canvas. I surround myself with vibrant colors, the sounds of nature, the gentle trickle of soothing water, the soulful call of a bird and the heavenly scents from a variety of flowers. Gazing out on this immense beauty at various times of the day provides me with a new perspective of life. I strive to display that perfection in every piece that I create. Vibrant colors draw the viewer into the painting creating a fluid experience as they reflect on the feeling expressed. You can almost feel the gentle breezes, hear the water running and see the wildlife, fish, birds and insects move with the familiarity of their habitat. The spectator should feel their breathing slow down as they observe the intricacies of each painting. I hope that each painting will soothe the observer as it does for me.