Joëlle Xavier

I am French born and bred but left for New Zealand almost 4 decades ago to work for a year or 2… and am still here.
3 years ago, I fulfilled a long-time dream of becoming an artist, left my job, became a part-time gardener and completed a diploma in art and design at the local polytech. This change was a big jump and one of the best I made in my life; no regrets, we live a creative, happy and simple life in a turquoise blue house with a garden full of flowers and bumble bees.
I have enrolled in this course with my Uber-talented and beautiful daughter, Tessie who lives in the UK. It is a lovely way to stay connected and share something special.
During my art course, I fell in love with printmaking. I also sculpt stone… and am forever keen on learning and creating more 😉🤗