"And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music." Painting

I’m a South African painter inspired by my very deep connection to Mother Nature and her inhabitants, who have always provided me with a sense of belonging, safety and acceptance. I work predominantly in the traditional medium of oil paint on linen and canvas. I sell my work internationally through my profile on Saatchi Art and am privileged to have been featured in various collections. I live in the Western Cape of South Africa. Artist's Statement: "Rather than painting what I see, I aim to paint what I feel; my deep connection to Mother Nature and all her inhabitants." Conservation efforts proudly supported by Joni-Leigh: - SPCA - Nature's Valley Trust (www.naturesvalleytrust.co.za) - Our Horn is Not Medicine (www.ourhorn.com) - Lion Recovery Fund (www.lionrecoveryfund.org) - David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (www.davidshepherd.org) - Port Macquarie Animal Hospital (www.koalahospital.org.au) - African Parks Network (www.africanparks.org)