Welcome!
I’m Jo, an artist & photographer based in London, UK.
After many years photographing live rock and metal bands and capturing candid street moments, I’ve now shifted my focus toward portrait photography and ink/watercolour painting centred around storytelling, atmosphere, and emotion.
Pigments & Pixels
Whether I’m capturing a compelling portrait or painting a moody landscape, I strive to create imagery that stirs feeling and curiosity. My portraits ask questions of their subjects about identity, experience, and transformation. Portraits are a form of storytelling about people; stories that could be a fictional narrative or reveal the subject’s honest truth. Through my paintings, I share a deep reverence for the natural world, often employing loose washes to evoke mood and atmosphere. I also enjoy documenting various destinations through paintings and sketches, whether it be a lush coastline or an historic street in a small French town.
Inspiration
My love of music, travel, nature, and the everyday human journey is constant inspiration. I’m deeply inspired by Japanese aesthetics and philosophy, especially in the practices of Sumi-e painting and martial arts like Iaido. Their emphasis on presence, simplicity, and intentionality resonates with my own artistic process.
With my background in acting and being the daughter of a fine artist, plus many years immersed in the music industry, I’ve always been surrounded by creativity. These influences continue to shape how I see, feel, and create.
The Vision
At the heart of my work is a desire to move others through imagery that invites emotion, tells a story, and honours the human experience. I also love exploring the mindset of the modern artist: how we grow, overcome obstacles, and stay true to a creative life in an ever-changing world.
Art and photography are not just my “work” but how I process the world, express myself, and connect with others on this path.
Come Along for the Journey
– Explore my gallery of paintings HERE
– Browse my portrait and creative photography HERE.
– Shop fine art prints HERE
– Interested in a portrait shoot? I’m currently building new offerings—feel free to reach out for early enquiries HERE
Let’s stay connected! Follow me on social media for updates, new work, and glimpses behind the scenes. I look forward to sharing more with you.