Joanna Maneckji

I like to transform seemingly random pieces of paper into expressive works of art that challenge perceptions, spark joy and promote self-understanding. My collage work “That Blessed Mood” won the Most Promising Artist of the Year (Singapore) prize at the 43rd UOB Painting of the Year Competition in 2024.

I'm a self-taught artist and found collage as my expressive medium by scouting magazines for inspirational colours, textures and patterns. Collage frees me from self-limiting beliefs about artistic talent and provides a visual language for me to express my thoughts and emotions.

I was born and raised in India, studied Cultural Anthropology at Smith College in the USA and have a master's degree in teaching.