Hello, I'm Joanna Pass, an illustrator and wildlife artist printmaker living in Lincolnshire.

Drawing and making has always been an integral part of of who I am.  I started with a little Winsor and Newton watercolour set many years ago and more recently I discovered a love for printmaking.  Growing up with influences such as the Brambly Hedge books by Jill Barklem, always being out and about in the countryside, having wildlife passionate people in my life and being encouraged to notice and appreciate the world around me has certainly helped form who I am.

The nature and wildlife we share our world with is so precious and amazing that I love creating artwork based upon my experiences.

Working with linocut satisfies my passion for strong design and colour.  Whereas for me, working with drypoint/monotype/watercolour encourages a more painterly side to my art.

All my prints are original, not digital reproductions or giclee prints.  Every print design starts with a sketch before being carved or 'etched'into a plate.  Each one has been inked and skillfully printed either by hand (using a glass baren and a darning mushroom) or passed through my etching press.  This way of working means there can be slight variations between each print.  I enjoy the unpredictable nature of printmaking, it can range from disappointing to complete joy!

To date I have delivered illustration commissions for Vodafone, Bromleigh House, Little Card Company and Black Barn.  With exciting commissions currently in progress for East Mercia Rivers Trust.

If you have a commission or licencing enquiry please get in touch and we can have a chat.

I'd love to hear from you.