Thrive: it is our nature
Thrive celebrates how wildlife adapts not just to survive, but to flourish.
7
pieces
3
countries
1
question
Nature doesn't give up. So why should we?
Thrive captures nature’s resilience, adaptation, and determination while facing impossible odds.
In these paintings, nature refuses to merely survive: leaves wear bold lipstick, wildlife claims urban spaces, and adaptation turns to art.
Rooted in Nature. Shaped by Heritage.
Joa, the Latina descendant of Chinese immigrants who made Panama home four generations ago, is inspired by electric memories growing up, surrounded by Panama’s lush rainforests and now Miami’s tropical pulse.
Thrive At-A-Glance
Each piece
18x24" - Acrylic on Canvas
ROOTED
The lotus doesn’t avoid muddy water, it relishes it.
What equips it to do so?
18x24" - Acrylic on Canvas
BEST ADAPTED
The brown-throat three toe sloth has better adapted than faster, larger, fitter sloths. Why is that?
18x24" - Acrylic on Canvas
BEST FOOT FORWARD
Plot twist: these are not red flower petals, but leaves in disguise.
18x18" - Acrylic on Silk Brocade
MAJESTIC
Beneath all that iridescent glamour beats a wild heart.
24x32" - Acrylic on Canvas
FORGE YOUR PATH
The Staghorn Fern doesn’t get nutrients from soil or roots. How does it survive?
SOLD. 16x20" - Clay on Wood and Silk Brocade
WORK
Bumblebees are known for working nonstop. Or do they?
SOLD. 16x20" - Clay on Wood and Silk Brocade
PLAY
Scientists observed in 2022 that bees play with wooden balls. They know to appreciate the simple joys.
Shop: Thrive
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Art Installations and Team Workshops
Joana’s art has been beamed from the eyes of a giant LED cat sculpture at the Bass Museum in Miami Beach (Laser Cat) and is held in corporate collections including Slalom, Wynwood Art Distric. She facilitates creativity team workshops and speaks on art, resilience, and mental health.
Joa’s Why
Art installations and team workshops support Joana’s beliefs:
– “Doing what I can, with what I have, where I am”
– “Building bridges (paying our blessings forward, celebrating culture, creating space for reflection)”
– “Lifelong learning (languages, locations, and leadership)”
It was a pleasure working with you. Thank you for sharing your art and talent with us ❤️
Maria Diaz
Corporate Client, Slalom