Jana Sparks
Accept yourself as you are and if there are parts you struggle to accept, hold these parts with compassion.
Johanna (Jana) Sparks was born a twin in Seattle on March 3, 1934. She studied at Washington State for two years then married and had three boys. In 1974, she finished her studies at the University of Washington graduating with a BA and BFA. Jana taught in France and Germany where she lived for many years. In 1989 she returned to the United States and has lived in Leavenworth full time since 2003. She is a certified CNA and to this day cares for Elders who need support. Jana continues her art through drawing, sculpting and potting.