The Curlew's Cry

The Curlew's CryClare has spent the past three decades developing her artistic skills and sharing her work in exhibitions, after attaining her Bachelor of Visual Arts and Honours degree in painting. Specialising in portraits and figurative art, her practice often reflects the highs and lows of human emotion. Having lived with anxiety her whole life, Clare is committed to a healing journey through both spiritual practice and artistic expression. Alongside her own

and the beauty of the natural world

a magnificent full moon rises over Sandgate

in its peaceful grandeur

Through the lens

and his mind is troubled

I see it as representing the non-linear journey of mental health recovery

This exposure sparked her interest in contemporary sculpture and textiles

to earn a bit of money

there is hope for change

Much of his work explores themes of health and the body

allows me to see and feel the intricate scenery of life unfolding

Pauly is now a fulltime artist and continues to try new things each time he paints