'Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication' - Leonardo Da Vinci
Claire-Erica (1971) is a self-taught contemporary realist painter living and working in Matakana New Zealand.
Born to English parents and growing up in South Africa, she has developed a life long commitment to wild life, landscapes and native studies. The daughter of a professional British Photographer and potter, this award winning artist is easily recognised for her attention to detail and unmistaken painting style.
Her personal photographic observations of the natural environment, she draws ongoing inspiration and enthusiasm to capture the detail and essence of the wild birds of New Zealand.
Claire-Erica's diversity of mediums encompassing a wide variety ranging from Acrylic, Ink, Graphite, Cherry Pip Charcoal, Carbon and mixed media. The use of archival cotton canvas is specifically prepared for the fine detailed brush strokes. Hahnemuhle and Fabriano archival papers are selected for their smooth surface and texture for her graphite and dry medium work.
Her recognition in private collections is complimented with commercial large paintings and murals in public centres across the Auckland region establishing herself as a successful Artist in New Zealand.
Represented by a number of galleries throughout New Zealand Claire-Erica continues to push the boundaries in each collection of works; this commitment sees many clients return to her work.
If you would like to view her private gallery please contact us, by appointment only.
Born to English parents and growing up in South Africa, she has developed a life long commitment to wild life, landscapes and native studies. The daughter of a professional British Photographer and potter, this award winning artist is easily recognised for her attention to detail and unmistaken painting style.
Her personal photographic observations of the natural environment, she draws ongoing inspiration and enthusiasm to capture the detail and essence of the wild birds of New Zealand.
Claire-Erica's diversity of mediums encompassing a wide variety ranging from Acrylic, Ink, Graphite, Cherry Pip Charcoal, Carbon and mixed media. The use of archival cotton canvas is specifically prepared for the fine detailed brush strokes. Hahnemuhle and Fabriano archival papers are selected for their smooth surface and texture for her graphite and dry medium work.
Her recognition in private collections is complimented with commercial large paintings and murals in public centres across the Auckland region establishing herself as a successful Artist in New Zealand.
Represented by a number of galleries throughout New Zealand Claire-Erica continues to push the boundaries in each collection of works; this commitment sees many clients return to her work.
If you would like to view her private gallery please contact us, by appointment only.
"Growing up with a father as a British photographer, a mother as a hairdresser, potter and painter and my sister, an accomplished artist in her own right has been incredible, they are a lot of my inspiration" - Claire-Erica
Creativity is in all of us, somewhere, and so many of us don't follow that artist path for numerous reasons. Claire didn't think she could be an artist as her sister was such an accomplished artist and Claire didn't have the skill level to do the same as her older sister. Claire followed other paths as a Ballroom and Latin Dance Teacher and pursed other opportunities in design. The call for her to paint left her dreaming of the paintings she felt urged to paint. She has been drawing with graphite since.
For the love of drawing
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The humble stick of graphite"Pencil drawings are something I couldn't live without. The humble stick of graphite has attracted me from childhood."
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The Wise Man painted in 2001 is Claire's celebration of her father's life. A British Photographer and fabulous role model before he died when Claire was very young. This painting is in a private collection.
Growing up surrounded by the wideness of Southern Africa and the love of animals and portraits of interesting faces has been an inspiration for Claire.
1991 Arthur Murray Dance Studio, Ballroom and Latin American Dance Teacher and Professional Dancer
2010 Published in International Contemporary Arts
2011 Franklin Arts Festival, Artifacts New Zealand Steel Gallery
2012 The Original Art Sale, Artifacts New Zealand Steel Gallery
2013 Franklin Arts Festival, First Prize Winner Art To Start
2014 Franklin Arts Festival, First Prize Winner Art To Start, Victoria Solo Exhibition
2015 Franklin Arts Festival
2016 Art Matakana Gallery Matakana, A Birds Tale Pollok Solo Exhibition
2019 Art Matakana Gallery Exhibition
2010 Published in International Contemporary Arts
2011 Franklin Arts Festival, Artifacts New Zealand Steel Gallery
2012 The Original Art Sale, Artifacts New Zealand Steel Gallery
2013 Franklin Arts Festival, First Prize Winner Art To Start
2014 Franklin Arts Festival, First Prize Winner Art To Start, Victoria Solo Exhibition
2015 Franklin Arts Festival
2016 Art Matakana Gallery Matakana, A Birds Tale Pollok Solo Exhibition
2019 Art Matakana Gallery Exhibition
Publication The Junction Magazine Matakana
