Joan was born in Weatherford, Texas but lived most of her life in Tolar, Texas, near Granbury. She
retired in 2007 and moved to Decatur the following year  to be closer to family.

Joan has been interested in and experimented with painting and art in general the majority of her
adult life. She had no formal training until 2008.  Acrylics, oils and watercolor are her mediums. Joan
is also known for her carved and decorated gourds, intricately beaded  horseshoes, and beautiful
stained glass, geodes and Brazilian agate decor and designs.
Joan is an artist of many talents.
"Wolf in the Woods"
Oil
"The Crane"
Oil
Painted Gourd
Honorable Mention at the
2009 WCAA art show
Decorated Horse Shoe
Decorated Horse Shoe
Joan Christensen
Decatur, TX
"Cloudy"
Oil