Over the Sea

Joanne L.S. Risso was born and raised in Gippsland, Australia. Growing up she attended dance classes for 10 years and read many, many books. Trained as a teacher, she has worked with children deep in the heart of Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia and North America. Joanne loves to tell and read stories to her children, and to make quilts. This is her first children’s book. She lives with her husband and four children in Central Pennsylvania. Kathy Connelly ＂Prior to my becoming an artist I set down roots and gave wings to my three children. I was a business owner for nine years. My love for creating things was nurtured when my children were small. When my interest in Fine Art was born, the nurturing began all over again. I began to take workshops with many well known artists and this added to my knowledge of different mediums. Now I am passing my love of art on to my seven grandchildren, and I love to watch their progression. I display their art pieces in my home and will continue to inspire and encourage them.＂ Kathy lives in Central Pennsylvania with her husband.