Whitehead artist Joanne Campbell featured in Ulster University's ‘Graduates in the Spotlight’
A Whitehead artist has been featured by Ulster University as one of its ‘Graduates in the Spotlight’.
Joanne Campbell appears in the January edition of the series, which showcases the achievements of UU alumni who have made the news in fields such as business, art, film and media.
Born in Larne and raised in Carrickfergus, Joanne works from her home studio in Whitehead.
Having obtained a degree in psychology and a masters in counselling after studying at the university's Jordanstown campus, she later completed a PGCE at Stranmillis University College.
She has worked as an Associate Trainer with Barnardos NI and Parenting NI, alongside raising a family.
Since 2013, Joanne has been a freelance artist, specialising in acrylic paintings on canvas, wood and slate.
Her work is inspired by nature, local scenes and rural animals.
Drawing on the communications skills she developed while at Jordanstown, she has also facilitated art sessions for a wide range of age groups.
Since participating in CC Photography’s Pivot Stories project last summer, photographed by Caroline Chan, Joanne has been active in networking with other women in business in NI, and as a member of MEA Enterprising Women.
The next solo exhibition of her original acrylic artworks is currently in the development stage and will be held locally.
Previously, Joanne has exhibited throughout Greater Belfast and County Antrim with artwork shown in Belfast, Hillsborough, Carrickfergus, Glenarm, Larne and in her home town of Whitehead.
She be found on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram at Joanne Campbell Artwork.