Joanna Bagley
Nature is where I get my inspiration from, especially the bird-life which is so abundant here in New Zealand. One of my favourite birds is the kotare or kingfisher. I believe the kotare to be my guardian or messenger bird and when I see one, I feel like my life is on the right track. My second favourite bird is the kereru or wood pigeon which I feel are like the silent observers; watching patiently and weighing things up. The kereru also represents abundance to me with its large frame and gracefulness in the way it flies. There is a belief that the piwakawaka or fantail are the messengers of death but I believe they bring optimism, joy and vitality to all life surrounding them.
I graduated in 1999 with a degree in Fine Arts specialising in ceramics from Otago Polytechnic and went on to study traditional ceramics in Korea and Japan where I honed my throwing techniques whilst teaching English as a second language. Ten years prior to my bachelor’s degree, I graduated from A.T.I. with a diploma in Graphic Design. I worked as a Graphic Designer for a couple of years before heading off on my first big O.E. I believe that my graphic design training is evident in my 2D works, particularly in my paintings.
My recent paintings focus on a dialogue between the man-made and natural. I have represented the man-made with sharp geometric lines as opposed to the curvy lines of nature. I enjoy creating these 3D backgrounds to place the bird upon which give a feeling of depth and a spacial illusion. I am also trying to convey a feeling which to me represents man encroaching on nature, leaving less and less natural places for birds to nest and thrive. This is a concern of mine and like the Tara Iti, I fear for the survival of our beautiful native birds.
Since graduating in 1999 I have been part of many group exhibitions in galleries in Dunedin, Christchurch, Auckland, Whangarei and now Mangawhai. I've also had a couple of solo shows in Auckland and wish to have another exhibition at the Mangawhai Artists' gallery next year. I will also be part of Sculpture Northland in March 2022.
If you wish to see more of my artwork you can go to: jbagleyart on instagram or to www.joannas-art.com You can also email me at : [email protected] to have a private viewing of more work that I have in my studio in Waipu.
I graduated in 1999 with a degree in Fine Arts specialising in ceramics from Otago Polytechnic and went on to study traditional ceramics in Korea and Japan where I honed my throwing techniques whilst teaching English as a second language. Ten years prior to my bachelor’s degree, I graduated from A.T.I. with a diploma in Graphic Design. I worked as a Graphic Designer for a couple of years before heading off on my first big O.E. I believe that my graphic design training is evident in my 2D works, particularly in my paintings.
My recent paintings focus on a dialogue between the man-made and natural. I have represented the man-made with sharp geometric lines as opposed to the curvy lines of nature. I enjoy creating these 3D backgrounds to place the bird upon which give a feeling of depth and a spacial illusion. I am also trying to convey a feeling which to me represents man encroaching on nature, leaving less and less natural places for birds to nest and thrive. This is a concern of mine and like the Tara Iti, I fear for the survival of our beautiful native birds.
Since graduating in 1999 I have been part of many group exhibitions in galleries in Dunedin, Christchurch, Auckland, Whangarei and now Mangawhai. I've also had a couple of solo shows in Auckland and wish to have another exhibition at the Mangawhai Artists' gallery next year. I will also be part of Sculpture Northland in March 2022.
If you wish to see more of my artwork you can go to: jbagleyart on instagram or to www.joannas-art.com You can also email me at : [email protected] to have a private viewing of more work that I have in my studio in Waipu.
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