Artist Spotlight: Joy Kinna
- By Aly Shearer
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- 05 May, 2023
Joy Kinna is an abstract artist out of Vancouver Canada and we are so excited to share a little bit more about her with you.
What are three things you cannot go a day without?
Decent sleep, breakfast, and taking photos.
When did you first consider yourself an artist?
When I decided to pursue a degree in visual arts it became more "real", and I could actually start to see myself as an artist. Slowly I continued to grow into this confidence. When I began selling work and realized I was creating a business and a career, it just made sense. There is still self-doubt, humbling moments, and deep gratitude where you ask yourself "Am I really an artist?" but that's all part of the journey.
When did you start creating?
I was always creative as a child. I remember trying to catch up to my older brothers drawing skills (I never really did!). I found abstract painting at university and never turned back. As a kid, it felt like making things was in my blood, it's how I processed life - pain, curiosity, creativity, wonder, pain, all of it. I was always happiest when I was using my hands.
Where do you draw your inspiration from?
Truly, everyday experiences capture my attention. Maybe it's a colour, a memory or some idea/thought that has been on my mind for some time. These daily interactions make their way into my work. On top of that, I am really inspired by living on the coast. The landscape, the colours, the feeling of being close to the ocean. I want my work to emulate the same peace you feel when you're in nature.
What advice would you give yourself as a young artist?
I love this question. The biggest piece of advice would be to enjoy the process. Being an artist isn't the most linear career, but it's so rewarding. Ride the highs and lows and keep staying true to yourself and your artistic voice.
I hope you fall in love with Joy's work a little bit more after getting to know her a little better. Click here
to read her bio and see the works she currently has available or reach out via email at hello@lizlidgett.com to talk commissions.
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