#0014 CLARE GARRAD - AN ABSTRACT JOURNEY TO FULFILMENT!

THE CREATIVE NOWHERE LAND PODCAST

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Abstract Art
9:41
Transition to London
16:32
Journey of Personal and Creative Development
24:18
Life, Grief, & Creative Resurgence
34:32
First Year as an Artist
48:12
Navigating Creative Self-Confidence
54:12
Abstract Art and Personal Expression
1:07:42
Finding Self-Worth Through Art
1:11:56
Building Confidence Through Artistic Process
1:27:03
Exploring Music's Influence on Art
1:37:27
Inspiring Quotes and Future Guests
1:41:46
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THE CREATIVE NOWHERE LAND PODCAST
#0014 CLARE GARRAD - AN ABSTRACT JOURNEY TO FULFILMENT!
Feb 01, 2025 Season 1 Episode 14
CREATIVE NOWHERE LAND

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Welcome to the Creative Nowhere Land podcast.

In this episode, we're joined by Abstract Artist, Clare Garrad.

Abstract art is one of the most popular forms of art.  But also, arguably, one of the most contentious. With the common misconception that you're just slapping paint on a canvas.  It's easy. It doesn't mean anything or that anybody could do it. Well, Clare gives us an insight into what it actually involves, and for her at least, it's so much more. 

Clare discusses her intuitive creative process with music and emotions always at the heart of her work, influencing the colour palette, the mood, and the composition of a piece.  Often bold and immersive, Clare explores the synesthetic connection between music she loves and visual expression.  Using them to translate some of life's highs and lows into her art.

We also discuss Clare's journey to get to where she is now—spending ten years drifting through various non-creative jobs, feeling somewhat lost and unfulfilled.  Until a life-changing moment forced Clare to rethink and reassess everything she was doing.   

Now established as a full-time artist with a solo show coming up, we also discuss some more universal things like overcoming imposter syndrome, building resilience, balancing motherhood with creativity, the importance of community and mentorship, and so much more.  Clare's passion for her work, and also the power of connection, is infectious. So we hope you enjoy it too.

Check out all of the links below to Clare's work and sit back and let Clare tell you why abstract art, for her at least, is a whole lot more than just slapping paint on a canvas.

CLARE GARRAD INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/claregarradart/

CLARE GARRAD ARTWORK SALES: https://cosimo.art/artist/clare-garrad/4990

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