Koukla Art

Hi, I'm Jo, and creativity has been woven into my life for as long as I can remember.Over the years, I have explored countless creative mediums, from paper crafting, sewing, jewellery making, and resin art to doll and bear making. My latest passions are junk journaling, bookbinding, and mixed media art—where I love rescuing old books, forgotten treasures, and vintage pieces from landfill and transforming them into unique works of art with new stories to tell.My creative journey has also been recognised through paper crafting competitions, where I have been fortunate enough to win awards for my work. I have also had my creations published in scrapbook and paper crafting magazines, which has been a beautiful acknowledgement of my passion and dedication to the craft.My love of creating began in childhood, thanks to a mum who encouraged my imagination and filled rainy days with creative projects. My father, a talented tailor, taught me the art of sewing and gave me another wonderful way to express myself through making. Although I trained and worked as a hairdresser by trade, my true passion has always been art and the joy that comes from creating.I am grateful to have passed this love of creativity on to my own children, and it has been wonderful to watch my daughter follow her own artistic path as she pursues a career in animation.What I love most about art is its ability to connect people. Creating together opens conversations, builds confidence, and forms a sense of community and belonging. I believe creativity is something everyone carries within them, and there is no better feeling than discovering that spark and giving yourself permission to play, explore, and create.Whether you are an experienced artist or someone simply wanting to try something new, I love creating welcoming spaces where people can come together, share, learn, and be inspired.