Joanna Thomas is a Contemporary Botanical Artist who until recently resided in Berry, NSW. She recently made the move back to Brisbane, where she devoted nearly two decades to educating in Visual Art, Science, and Horticulture.

Her childhood memories are adorned with the splendour of gardens and the lushness of flourishing flora that surrounded her. However, it was when she acquired her first home that Joanna’s passion for plants truly blossomed. Fuelling this newfound ardor, she pursued and obtained a Diploma of Horticulture, immersing herself in the knowledge and practice of cultivating nature's wonders. Alongside horticulture, she also dabbled in the realm of garden design, seeking to craft harmonious landscapes that celebrated the artistry of nature.

As life gracefully wove the tapestry of her own family, she embarked on the delicate balancing act of nurturing a home and fostering her artistic endeavours. Drawing has always held a special place in Joanna’s heart since her earliest days, and the opportunity to intertwine her love for drawing with her love for plants, felt like a symphony of purpose.

Joanna is an active participant in the Brisbane Botanical Artist group and a proud member of the Botanical Art Society of Australia (BASA), the Society of Botanical Artists (SBA) and the American Society of Botanical Artists. She has been awarded a highly commended at the 2022 and 2024 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show for her graphite drawings. In the last year Joanna has also had artworks selected for exhibitions in Korea, The United States and recently in London. In 2024 Joanna also received a grant by the Shoalhaven Arts Board, to help her develop her skills to include colour pencil, as a new medium.