Joni has been involved in art all of her life and loves to paint horses, rodeo scenes and animals.  With being a very avid Team Roper and having a husband that has competed in Rodeo most of his life, Joni has been inspired to put her love of horses and animals down on canvas.  Just being with the animals presents a wealth of subject matter plus the challenge of trying to capture the excitement she feels in her paintings.

Joni has studied with Dan Baxter, Zelda Bills and Gail Della Piana.  Influenced by artist mother Elva Malin, her friend Kathryn Stats and the many artists associated with them such as Bonnie Posselli, Larry Wade and LaWana Smith.  All who have been generous with their encouragement, critiques and advice.

“What could be greater then being inspired animals and their surroundings?”