I am a Somerset based artist, specialising in pastel paintings of birds and animals. For many years I have moved all round the country and overseas, but after much travelling found a home in East Somerset 13 years ago. Many of my paintings are now inspired by and feature the local wildlife, as well as the livestock grazing in the fields all around us. Animals have always been an important inspiration for my work; especially my own dogs and cat. Recently I have spent more of my time on commissions for pet portraits. 
Please have a look at my Pet Portrait page if you would like to commission a pet portrait in pastel. A selection of my original paintings can be viewed on the Gallery page and my open and limited edition prints for sale are on my Prints page.
Exhibitions and Events : Due to Covid-19 I have no exhibitions planned for the foreseeable future, but hope to be back when we are once again allowed to mix freely. Please contact me by email if you wish to enquire about purchasing any of my pictures or ordering a commission.
Please see Exhibition page for more details. 
Pastel Workshops No previous knowledge or experience is needed. Working on an animal painting I will take you through the basic equipment, principles and techniques I use for pastel painting. I provide all the equipment, materials and images required. Tea and Coffee included. Places are limited so booking is essential: full payment on booking will secure your place. If you would like to be put on my mailing list please get in touch and let me have your email address. joanna@joannamiln.co.uk Please see Workshops page for more details.
Due to Covid-19 all workshops are on hold for the foreseeable future until working together indoors is once again possible.