Original Watercolors
Names:         Joanna Jarvis            
Home base:  Santa Cruz, California
Education:    BA in Art History,  
                     Pitzer College                    
Occupation:  Teacher
Contact information:
                joannajarvis@sbcglobal.net
Watercolor Tip:  
                Don’t be a slave to detail -    
                catch the light and have fun  
                with the colors!
Hobbies: Gardening, Kayaking
          My Path to Painting
    I grew up in an artistic family. Dad taught us about the workings of color from the time we were young children. We’re all expressing ourselves creatively. As a family, our idea of fun when we get together is going to a museum.  Think of it!
    I’ve lived in Santa Cruz County for the last 30 years, and am an  elementary school teacher. The process of painting with watercolors - the layering of natural pigments, the capture of light playing on surfaces, and the abstractions of forms in nature are some of the greatest fun I have!  If you see me gazing out the window, I’m probably thinking about how I would paint the way the light hits the water, sky, or tree -- just this way. Have a look!