Joan Mink 

Welcome to my website 

This website is a documentation of some of my previous work and will continue to document what is to come. 

As a child, I was sure that I would be the next Van Gogh; now I know that was the dream of a child. I have an incredible husband, exceptional children /family, and a meaningful career. I  am not famous, but I am always an artist, always creative. 

It was once described to imagine a huge triangle, and at the top are the very few famous artists; then there is space for all the rest. Space, a reason and a value for everyone. I sit in that space. My art is my solace, my sanity, my creativity.  I am always in my happy space when creating. 

My husband calls me brave; I’m willing to try, to explore, to test, and then in many other ways I am fearful, scared, needing safety. I’ve stopped fighting, pushing, or wanting “a place” in the art world.   I have finally understood that the joy, solitude and pleasure are my wins.  I want to enjoy it, do it with no aim, no pressure, just play.  I want to paint what I want, when I want to.  I want to share with those who want to see it and enjoy it. 

Welcome to my space, and yours if you want to be here - Welcome lets play!