A Georgia native, artist Joan Prince Exley moved to the Low Country in 1981, where she instantly fell in love with everything that makes Savannah; the ocean, the marshland and all the beauty of the coastal area. This scenery inspired Joan to follow her natural instinct to begin painting the landscapes to capture the beauty of the coastal areas.

Taking time out to raise her family a daughter and son, Joan did consignment work, capturing memories that would last a lifetime on canvas for clients, family and friends.

In 2005, Joan retired and wanting to escape city living, she and her husband moved to Springfield, a small town just north of Savannah, GA. Joan was now able to pursue her love for painting and began to paint full time.

Joan specializes in oil paintings that capture the beauty of the ocean, marshland and local beach areas. She has also completed many paintings of local churches and historical sites. Several of Joan’s paintings can be seen throughout Effingham County in local restaurants and government buildings.

When she is not painting, Joan enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.  She also enjoys traveling, and her travels include Germany, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. She is very active in the community as well as her church.  Joan is currently teaching Art at the Covenant Christian School in Springfield.

Joan now invites you to go to the Gallery page of this website where you can view and purchase her artwork.