Silk by Claire

The use of silk has made history and supported strong traditions all over the world for centuries. Because it is a natural fiber resulting from the life cycle of the silkworm, silk is a powerful symbol of the connection between humans and nature. Strong, yet light and delicate, it reminds us that a balance of forces is necessary for survival and harmony.

In many ways we as humans have lost touch with Nature and our origins. Nature offers the most simple, most elegant solutions. Watching the flight of a maple seed shows that survival is strongest when basic. The methods Nature employs for resilience may give us lessons on how to survive ourselves. Nature is an endless source of metaphors and oddities, which I like to feature in my pieces. Beauty itself takes root in the most simple things. By understanding the aesthetics and peacefulness of our environment, we can preserve it. In this way, art is a key to our future.

Painted silk has many uses in decoration (wall hangings, pillows, curtains) as well as fashion (scarves, clothing). I like combining the useful and aesthetic aspects. I also enjoy using the lightness of the fabric, which moves and shudders with any draft or movement in a room. Painted silk pieces may also be framed.

Silk offers many metaphors and lessons, which apply to life. I view my silk pieces as life lessons to be shared with others.

Silk by Claire - 660 South Moore Rd - Rising Fawn, GA 30738 - Tel: 706-398-9175

Galleries
Claire's work is at Chocolate Therapy in Chickamauga, GA. See artwork and enjoy a wonderful treat!

Calendar of Shows
April 21, 2012 - Art on the Lake in Guntersville, AL. Alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features over 120 fine artists and craftsmen from the southeast and beyond.

Starting on May 6, 2012 - Chattanooga Market on Carter St. Silk by Claire will display every first Sunday of the month until the end of 2012.

June 2 & 3, 2012 - Lookout Mountain Art Expo in Mentone, AL.

Stay tuned for more shows coming up this spring and summer (2012). Calendar is still in the works

June 30 and July 1st, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Beginner Level
August 25, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Intermediate Level
at Townsend Atelier in Chattanooga. For more details or registration, see the class description of Townsend Atelier

Until June 2013 - Claire's Silk Artwork is featured on one of Chattanooga's
Public Shuttles as part of the Art in Motion Project.

June 30 and July 1st, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Beginner Level August 25, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Intermediate Level at Townsend Atelier in Chattanooga. For more details or registration, see the class description of Townsend Atelier

Until June 2013 - Claire's Silk Artwork is featured on one of Chattanooga's Public Shuttles as part of the Art in Motion Project.

June 30 and July 1st, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Beginner Level
August 25, 2012 - SILK PAINTING WORKSHOP with Claire - Intermediate Level
at Townsend Atelier in Chattanooga. For more details or registration, see the class description of Townsend Atelier

Until June 2013 - Claire's Silk Artwork is featured on one of Chattanooga's
Public Shuttles as part of the Art in Motion Project.