Joanna Wolthuizen is a renowned Australian abstractionist painter, celebrated for her bold use of colour and innovative approach to contemporary art. She has become a leading figure in the art world, recognized for her unique ability to explore the intersection of colour, space, and abstraction, creating immersive and alternate realities through her work.
Wolthuizen's accolades are numerous: she was listed among Australia's Top 10 Artists to Watch for both 2023 and 2024, and in Australia's Most Popular Artists in 2024. Additionally, she secured the number 3 position in Australia’s Top Selling Artists for 2024. Her exceptional talent has been showcased in 27 national award exhibitions, and she has been a four-time finalist in the prestigious Paddington Art Prize.
Wolthuizen's paintings have captivated collectors globally, with her works held in collections across Australia, New York, Hollywood, Hong Kong, London, Sweden, the Netherlands, Ireland, Switzerland, Singapore, and Greece. Her art draws on a diverse range of influences, from graphic design to nature, and combines painting techniques with visceral memory to craft multi-dimensional experiences.
At the core of her practice, Wolthuizen strives to preserve an innocent, joyful perception of reality through the purity of colour and simplicity. She achieves this through a kaleidoscopic experience that distorts perception, akin to a stained glass window effect where elements are fragmented and saturated in colour and light.
Joanna Wolthuizen continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art, inviting viewers to step into her visionary world and experience a playful, transformative exploration of perception and being.