Joanna Perkins

I am an Edinburgh based artist making semi-abstract paintings in response to my local landscape. I am fascinated with colour and how it makes us feel, often exploring saturated palettes that reflect both my emotions in regard to the landscape and the changing seasons. I look at pattern and shape and am working to establish a visual language that describes my experiences.

Compositions are created from life then translated to canvas or wooden panel in an expressive and intuitive way. I use acrylic for its immediacy and versatility and mix this with other media to enhance each piece.

I studied at Maidstone School of Art at foundation level and then moved to Winchester School of Art to study Textiles for Fashion. I went on to gain a BA in Japanese Studies and Marketing. I gathered some graphic design experience over the years and then, following the birth of my son, studied jewellery making and design at Silverhub Studios in Edinburgh.

I am delighted to have been invited to take part in the inaugural exhibition at Bloc Gallery, Edinburgh which opens on the 3rd August 2019