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Valentine’s Day Gifts That Last: Celebrate the Ones You Love with Functional Art
Valentine’s Day is often filled with fleeting gestures—flowers that fade, chocolates that disappear, and cards tucked away once the day has passed. While those traditions have their charm, Valentine’s Day can also be an opportunity to give something more lasting and meaningful: handcrafted art designed to be part of everyday life . This Valentine’s season, I’m excited to introduce new functional art pieces —thoughtfully created works that celebrate love, connection, and share
JoAnne Crowson
Jan 202 min read


New Year, New Beginnings, and New Artwork for Your Home
The New Year is a powerful moment for reflection, renewal, and fresh starts. As we step into a new chapter, many of us feel inspired to refresh our surroundings and create spaces that feel more aligned with how we want to live. One meaningful way to embrace new beginnings is by introducing new artwork into your home . Why the New Year Is the Perfect Time for New Art Our homes are more than places we live—they shape how we feel every day. The art on our walls shapes a space's
JoAnne Crowson
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Butterflies in Bloom: A New Series Takes Flight at Joanie C Art Studio
There’s a special kind of magic in the Naples Art District this season—everywhere you turn, butterflies are taking center stage. To celebrate this year’s district-wide butterfly theme, I’m thrilled to introduce my brand-new Butterfly Series : a collection of abstract paintings where butterflies are delicately woven into layers of color, movement, and texture. Where Abstraction Meets Wings In this series, butterflies aren’t just accents—they’re part of the story. Hidden in swe
JoAnne Crowson
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Discover the Best Art Galleries in Naples
Stepping into the world of art in Naples feels like opening a treasure chest filled with vibrant stories and bold expressions. The city’s...
JoAnne Crowson
Sep 20, 20255 min read
New Functional Art Keepsake Boxes Have Arrived
There’s a special kind of joy in creating functional art—pieces you can live with, touch, and treasure every day. I’m thrilled to...
JoAnne Crowson
Sep 17, 20252 min read
My Journey: Why I Create Abstract Art
I still remember sitting at my computer years ago, designing websites and solving problems—loving the precision, the logic, the way...
JoAnne Crowson
Sep 9, 20253 min read
Meet My Whimsical Pet Friends: Best Friends With a Dash of Magic
I’ll admit it—I can’t resist painting dogs. There’s just something about those soulful eyes, floppy ears, and quirky personalities that...
JoAnne Crowson
Sep 8, 20253 min read
Whimsical Abstractions: New Additions to Joanie C Art Studio
At Joanie C Art Studio, creativity often takes flight in unexpected and delightful ways. The latest additions to the collection showcase...
JoAnne Crowson
Aug 20, 20252 min read


Simple Things
I’m excited to share my newest piece, Simple Things, a mixed-media collage measuring 30 by 24 inches. This artwork invites you into a...
JoAnne Crowson
May 20, 20251 min read


Turning a New Page
Art, for many contemporary abstract artists, is more than just a passion—it’s a necessity. It’s an emotional release, a process of...
JoAnne Crowson
Apr 18, 20252 min read


New Adventures
So, I think I recently did a 'thing'..... Ever since I started painting, I would spend hours walking through the artist studios in the...
JoAnne Crowson
Jan 3, 20251 min read
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