Jo Jago
About
Jo Jago is a Wānaka visual artist and art tutor specialising in watercolour, alcohol inks, and printmaking, creating original paintings, prints, and personalised products. Inspired by Coastal Otago and Wānaka, her art explores colour, texture, and emotion, often using repurposed materials for sustainability.
Their Story
Jo Jago discovered painting and photography following a series of difficult life events, with art quickly becoming a beloved form of expression and her "happy space." What began as personal experimentation evolved into a lifelong practice, driven by the profound satisfaction of creating art that…
What They Make
Original one-of-a-kind (OOAK) paintings (watercolour, alcohol ink, mixed media), limited and open edition prints, greeting cards, seasonal cards (Christmas, Valentine's), personalized products (homeware, clothing, accessories featuring her art), printmaking (lino cut, wood carving, blind embossing).
Awards & Recognition
- Scholarship to study art — Granted(2022)
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How to Get Their Products
Online shipping via website, in-person purchase at The Imaginarium Studio (Dunedin), in-person purchase at Wanaka Arts Centre studio, purchase at exhibitions and markets (e.g., Wanaka Artisan Market).