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My favorite materials right now
In this post, I talk about what materials are bringing me joy in the studio lately—especially the playful surprises of making small gel plate prints on paper.
My favorite materials right now
In this post, I talk about what materials are bringing me joy in the studio lately—especially the playful surprises of making small gel plate prints on paper.
How I stay inspired (even when I don’t feel lik...
What happens when inspiration doesn’t strike? In this post, I share the gentle ways I stay connected to my creative practice—even on days when I’m not feeling it.
How I stay inspired (even when I don’t feel lik...
What happens when inspiration doesn’t strike? In this post, I share the gentle ways I stay connected to my creative practice—even on days when I’m not feeling it.
How I begin a new painting
Ever wondered how an abstract painting begins? In this post, I share my process—from choosing a ground colour to tuning into the sounds of the studio as I make the...
How I begin a new painting
Ever wondered how an abstract painting begins? In this post, I share my process—from choosing a ground colour to tuning into the sounds of the studio as I make the...
How color guides my paintbrush
A glimpse into how emotion, memory, and mood guide my approach to painting — and how color becomes its own language in my work.
How color guides my paintbrush
A glimpse into how emotion, memory, and mood guide my approach to painting — and how color becomes its own language in my work.
The art of letting go: what I’ve learned from s...
Selling my work hasn’t always come naturally. In this blog post, I reflect on how I’ve learned to let go of the pieces I create, why it gets easier with...
The art of letting go: what I’ve learned from s...
Selling my work hasn’t always come naturally. In this blog post, I reflect on how I’ve learned to let go of the pieces I create, why it gets easier with...
A tale of two studios: how place shapes my crea...
A personal reflection on how working between two studios, one in Florida and one in Quebec, shapes Claire Desjardins' creative rhythm, color palette, and ideas about home.
A tale of two studios: how place shapes my crea...
A personal reflection on how working between two studios, one in Florida and one in Quebec, shapes Claire Desjardins' creative rhythm, color palette, and ideas about home.