Short Bio

Artist, Author, Speaker, Teacher

Statement

I create in the abstract. I have found my artistic perspective to be unconventional with an approach to painting without limits or boundaries. Each day unveils a multitude of present-day concepts that serve as my inspiration to create contemporary abstract paintings. My artwork encourages viewers to search beyond the obvious, visualize concepts that are unnoticed or unintentionally buried. Creating abstract paintings invigorates me. For now, I feel it’s the only form of visual art where I can truly bring my unique point of view to life.

Biography

JoAnn DePolo is an artist, author, speaker, teacher, and visionary. Her unique paintings of cityscapes, water scenes, and bold abstracts have gained recognition from art collectors internationally. She is the author of Making It As An Artist which takes a vivid look at finding a successful path to an art career. JoAnn’s art can be found in several art books and in the homes of a number of celebrities, including world renowned artist Peter Max.
 

JoAnn is an advocate for advancing the arts throughout neighborhoods conducting painting workshops in schools and libraries in addition to organizing a number of community murals. Her work continues to beyond studio walls having created a number of public art installations. In 2009, DePolo joined a team of artists to create a full room mural for ABC’s Extreme Home Makeover program. She has served on administrative boards and advisory committees for a number of arts organizations including serving as secretary on the board for the Artist Archives of the Western Reserve and as a member of the City of North Olmsted Arts Commission. Selected as the 2015 Spotlight Artist, JoAnn had the honor of exhibiting her work at the Ohio Governor's Residence with a private reception. DePolo's artistic talents and community outreach has received attention from numerous news media publications, radio, and television appearances. Her North Olmsted studio and gallery opened in 2011 and is known for dynamic original concept fine art, individualized painting instruction and professional development.

The energy, creativity, and personal story of JoAnn DePolo have made her a well-respected leader in the art world.

Resume / CV

2020 Metropolitan at the 9, Cleveland, Ohio

2019 200 Public Square Gallery , Cleveland, Ohio 2018 The Center for Artful Living, Westlake, OH

2017 2018 Metropolitan at the Nine Gallery Cleveland, Ohio 
2015 Ohio Governor’s Residence Feature Artist
2014 JDSG Gallery, North Olmsted, OH
2014 CCPL Beachwood, OH
2013 City Hall Gallery North Olmsted, OH
2013 St. John Westshore Medical Center, Westlake, OH
2012 Landfill Art Gallery of Metal Canvases, Minnesota
2011 Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, Cleveland, OH
2011 Vintage Gallery, Avon Lake, OH
2011 TrueNorth Cultural Arts, Sheffield Lake, OH
2010 Avon Lake Public Library
2010 Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, Cleveland, OH
2009 Avenbury Lodge, Avon Ohio
2009 Artist Archives of the Western Reserve, Cleveland, OH
2009 George Streeter Circulating Art Collection
2008 Artist Archives of the Western Reserve, Cleveland, OH
2008 George Streeter Art Therapy Circulating Collection
2008 June Art Review, Galleria at Erieview, Cleveland, OH
2008 Simple Expressions Gallery, Olmsted Falls, OH
2007 - Present - George Streeter Circulating Art Collection
2007 Simple Expressions, Olmsted Falls, OH
2007 Cleveland Bar Association, Galleria Cleveland, OH
2007 Artist Review Today Gallery, Cleveland, OH
2006 Artist Review Today Gallery, Cleveland, OH
2006 TrueNorth Gallery, Avon Lake, OH
2006 Cleveland City Hall Rotunda, Community Mural
2006 Gallery 324, Cleveland, OH
2006 Simply Younique, Olmsted Falls, OH
2005 Kelly Randall Gallery Tremont, OH
2002 Kelly Randall Gallery Tremont, OH
2000 Kelly Randall Gallery Tremont, OH
1998 Barth Gallery, Tremont, OH
1998 Gold Medal Gallery, University Circle Cleveland,OH
1995 Barth Gallery, Tremont, OH
1995 Art Avenue Gallery Tower City, Cleveland