Joanie Croes During the workshop there was a focus on learning how to observe closely as well as on recognizing the own handwriting and style. As a help in this process Joanie directed the attention of the participants to drawing buildings, people, plants and animals in order to loosen up and draw in a free way. During each lesson, attention was paid to composition, perspective, texture and movement.
The workshop ended with an exhibition.
In order to pursue her formal education in the arts, Joanie moved abroad at age 17 to study at the Minerva Art Academy in Groningen. After following up with a degree in Fine Arts from The Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam, she started showing her work in the Netherlands, Aruba and the United States.
Joanie's often autobiographical work consists of drawings, photographs, sculptures, paintings and performance art wherein she studies identity, self-image, the mind and the human body. Aside from making art, Joanie curates and produces live music and arts events.
