Joyful Art was named in tribute to the most extraordinarily joyful woman Janice knows—her mother, Joy. It was her mother who gave her the first pack of crayons and encouraged her creativity throughout her life.

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Though Janice once dreamed of becoming an art teacher, life led her down a different path. Years later, she rediscovered her passion for art and, in 2019, found her artistic focus in calligraphy, ink, and watercolor. When her work moved home during the pandemic, she was inspired to create a dedicated studio space and immerse herself in painting and learning—often with the help of YouTube’s generous community of artists.

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Janice creates whimsical, original pieces that reflect her love of beauty and her desire to bring delight and joy into the world. She is honored to be selected as Artist of the Month at the Center for Spiritual Living and hopes her work brings a smile or sense of appreciation to all who view it.