maker. art therapist. educator. joy seeker

As an artist, educator and art therapist, I believe that art has the power to speak volumes more than words—wether it is trough relatable images or the feeling of holding a comfortable mug in your hand. Having grown up in blue-collar, rural Missouri, I’ve learned skills to sustain a DIY lifestyle that I infuse into my artwork, craft, and skill-sharing. My artwork explores these notions of working between rural and urban communities and building a sense of place while discovering ways to playfully explore many materials. I love sharing these products and skills with others and discovering moments of joy throughout the making and sharing processes.

 

“Everything that Joy creates is infused with her incredible spirit and warmth!”

-Theo Leverenz