Jo is a Maine native who now resides both in Maine and New Hampshire. Her love of the ocean and the mountains are reflected in her art.

In her travels, Jo finds constant inspiration, which guides her to artistic adventure. She may paint en plein air or she may go to her studio to compose a painting from sketches created on site or from her imagination.

“A fascination with the creative process began in my childhood and has followed me through my life’s journey. Sometimes my work reflects my childhood or present memories.

Being a romantic, a simple scene, an emotion, an expression or a dream triggers further imagery and memory which I find I must express in paint or words.”

Several of Jo’s works hang in private collections in homes and businesses in the US and overseas.

Jo taught as a professional art teacher in public schools as well as privately in Maine, New Hampshire and Florida. She also displayed her works in guild and other group shows as well as one-man shows in all three states.

She was a member of the Artist Guild of the Kennebunks in the 1980's until she moved from the area. Now she is a member of the Governor Wentworth Arts Council in New Hampshire and the Citrus County Art Association in Hernando, FL.

Jo's other interests include writing short stories, poetry, illustration, and special projects. For more information, go to the More Information link on this page.

Jo's works may be seen at:

• The Blue Shutter Gallery and Frame Shop, Lehner St., Wolfeboro, NH

• Sandy Martin Art Gallery, Main St., Wolfeboro, NH

• Governor Wentworth Arts Council Website, Wolfeboro, NH

• Northway Savings Bank, White Mountain Highway, West Ossipee, NH

• Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters Cafe , Heritage Drive, Hernando, FL

• Art Center of Citrus County ,  2644 N Annapolis Avenue, Hernando, FL 34442

• The Brown Bag Restaurant / Cafe, 606 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841

• Jo M. Orise Art Studio by appointment. e-mail here jo@jomorise.com for appointment.