“Claire’s works create joy. Vibrant, unexpected color palettes, inventive use of negative space, and dreamy washes alongside whimsical applications of super-thick paint stoke the viewer’s imagination.”

- Dave Tirio (musician and visual artist)

New works

  • How to play with mixed media in abstract art

    How to play with mixed media in abstract art

    A thoughtful look at how changing materials can open up new directions in art, with 8 approachable exercises to spark creativity for artists and non-artists alike.

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    How to play with mixed media in abstract art

    A thoughtful look at how changing materials can open up new directions in art, with 8 approachable exercises to spark creativity for artists and non-artists alike.

    1 comment
  • Mural by abstract artist Claire Desjardins that is located in Sarasota, Florida.

    Art in the open: reflections on abstract work i...

    A personal reflection on the power of public art in city spaces, and the challenges artists face breaking into the field—plus a look at some of my own experiences bringing...

    Art in the open: reflections on abstract work i...

    A personal reflection on the power of public art in city spaces, and the challenges artists face breaking into the field—plus a look at some of my own experiences bringing...

  • Brushmarks of abundance: a look at VAVOOM!

    Brushmarks of abundance: a look at VAVOOM!

    This month’s feature is the VAVOOM! collection—dynamic abstract paintings filled with thick, colorful brushwork and joyful movement. A celebration of abundance, energy, and texture.

    Brushmarks of abundance: a look at VAVOOM!

    This month’s feature is the VAVOOM! collection—dynamic abstract paintings filled with thick, colorful brushwork and joyful movement. A celebration of abundance, energy, and texture.

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