‘Does everything look better when it’s lit from behind?’ Mumbles about drawing, digital vs paper. June 16th, 2024 by Jo Neary

I had a go on procreate. I don’t know if I like it. They sort of look ok on the screen (does everything look better when it’s lit from behind?)  but I can’t tell what the colours will do if they were printed. Everything looks somehow impressive on a screen, and yet.. not. Last October […]

IS THAT AN ARTIST, DOING EXHIBITIONS? September 20th, 2023 by Jo Neary

yes, that’s me. An artist, doing exhibitions. *bows* My name is Joanna Neary and I went to Art School for what might be a record-breaking SEVEN YEARS. And I’m still mulling over doing an MA after all that. Since graduating, I have kept on drawing and painting. I’ve had recent exhibitions with Artwave and have […]

Joanna Neary: Wasp In A Cardigan | Edinburgh Fringe Show 2022 June 12th, 2022 by Jo Neary

Thank you in advance, for reading my post. I’m a bit tired after doing a show in the middle of nowhere last night, and not getting home till 2am. Edit button is defunct. I’m pleased to announce that I’m doing my stand up comedy show at The Stand this August. The shows start on 5th […]

School Run, Sweets And Swears. November 19th, 2021 by Jo Neary

A Family Portrait. School Run, Sweets and Swears. Laddie was livid this morning because I wouldn’t let him have sweets for breakfast. He punched a pillow and angrily muttered words that weren’t swearing because he knows that’d be overstepping the mark. He didn’t even use the D-word. Last week he asked if he could tell […]

High Heels & Cartwheels – Ukrainian Soldiers VS Grunge Is Back July 3rd, 2021 by Jo Neary

What’s in the news today? Ukrainian Soldiers, have been officially photographed training in high heels. Maybe it’s a PR Stunt. If so, it’s a good one because everyone’s noticed. Maybe it’s saying, “look at brave these soldiers are. Notice anything in particular? Ah ha! That’s right. High heels. Brave AND useless. Unless you need to […]

Nerf Guns June 24th, 2021 by Jo Neary

I love sketchbooks and draw every day. This is a little doodled sequence from an A6 one, which I always carry when I’m out and about.   Have you seen ‘Hook’? We quite enjoyed it. I thought the message to make the most of the young years was a good one. Cast were ace too.

Getting Ready For The Apocalypse Or ‘Sewing And Gardening’. February 16th, 2020 by Jo Neary

Yes, it’s a ball of fun fur with eyes. But it’s more than that. It’s the beginning of my rekindling re: Making Do And Mending.

Elegant Outfit For An English Winter, As A Result Of Watching Youtubers Give Style Advice. February 14th, 2020 by Jo Neary

Wish I’d thought of being a style youtuber, but I’d just sound sarcastic and I can hardly be arsed to do more than wash my face.

How Do I Say Goodbye To You? On The EU and Pitying Boris Johnson. February 6th, 2020 by Jo Neary

(I was reading one of her books and now it’s my nickname. What a boring one. Made me laugh for that very reason) And check out his imaginative way of getting away with a rude gesture. Dix pointes.

No Running, No Heelies, No Gum/Sweets. January 29th, 2020 by Jo Neary

SHOCK SURPRISE, PRIMARY SCHOOL ORGANISES ANOTHER FUNDRAISER.  A disco with hot dogs and squash at the hatch. It’s a tradition. (Hopefully this post has enough commas for everyone, what with the current Missing Oxford Comma debacle on the Brexit Fifty Pee. If anything, there’s too many commas, it’s like I’m trying to overcompensate due to […]