Welcome to The Joyful Art Journal!

September 22, 2025

Hello!

Welcome to the Joyful Art Journal! If we haven't met yet, my name is Jessica and I'm an artist living in Pittsburgh, PA with my husband, Joe, and our four wild and crazy boys. The Joyful Art Journal is a place where you'll find some reflections on life, art shoppe updates, and Q & A with other artists.

If you'd like to know when I come out with new articles, you can sign up for my monthly Joyful Art Newsletter where I often include exclusive discounts and free printable artwork and/or resources, just for subscribers. If you'd like to join just click the link at the bottom of this page. I'd be so happy to have you!

A bit more about the art I create:

I really enjoy painting with a variety of mediums -- from washy gouache and watercolors, to thick acrylics and soft pastels and pencils.... it's all so wonderful and fun to experiment with!

I'm so inspired by God's beautiful creation --Whether it's a little pink rose, a gorgeous sky, or a dainty butterfly, I just can't wait to try to express it through the paints.

I feel so strongly that God has used His gifts of art and creativity to help bring so much healing into my life. Painting has helped me to slow down, be still, and process life-- and has ultimately helped me to feel closer to God.

I hope my artwork brings life and light into your heart and makes you feel safe, warm, and happy.