Joanne Colely

Joanne Colely is a full-time professional artist renowned for her dedication to her craft and creative versatility. An International Stevie Award winner and featured cast member of the documentary Project Manifest, Joanne has earned recognition throughout the South Pacific as “the artwork to have in your home.”

Between 2020 and 2023, her impressive achievements have included high-profile commissions such as painting Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, Dr. Charlie Teo, surfing legend Kelly Slater, actor Ray Meagher (Alf from Home and Away), Nat Fyfe, Nick Naitanui, and many others. Most recently, she was invited to paint Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York. Her portraiture has helped raise over $200,000 for charities across Australia.

Today, Joanne focuses on commissioned pieces and expanding her diverse collection. Her artistic range spans from landscapes and portraits to surrealist narratives, and more recently, striking large-scale mixed media works featuring glass resin, diamond dust, and metallic accents. Her work is held in private collections both across Australia and internationally.