About me

 Hi there!

I’m Johanna Ayrault an artist dabbling in different media. I’m French but currently live in Austria, where I’m super inspired by the beautiful nature surrounding me.

I work as a researcher in social sciences – on the urban energy transition mainly – but I’ve always been drawn to arts. I love dancing, and since April 2021 I have fallen in love with watercolors. In March 2022, I have discovered alcohol-based markers, then, in June 2022 I fell for watercolor journaling – where I can capture on-location memories. Since then I have continued expanding the different media I work with : colored pencils, waterbrush markers, oil pastels, gouache paint and even acrylic paint. I also dabble in digital art since early 2023. Watercolor remains my go-to medium but I am super curious and love trying out new medium and using mixed-media techniques.

I am self-taught but I’ve followed loads of tutorials, books, online classes, and keep trying to learn new skills and tackle new subjects. I am particularly fond of painting landscapes, and taking inspiration from the beauties of nature.

I share my art on Instagram and Youtube. 

I started this blog in August 2023, to share parts of my journey as a non-professional / self-taught artist. In December 2024, I moved to this space: Jo dabbles in art where you can continue to follow my journey! I can't wait to get to know you, so don't hesitate to reach out on social media or via jodabbles@gmail.com