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  • Flourish & Hue: A dreamworld Exhibition - Boneyard hours and more

    by Clara de la Fuente

    FRIDAY APRIL 12

    8p-10p

    Meet all the Artists &

    Live Piano performance by Leslie Kimble.

     

    SATURDAY APRIL 13

    8p-10p

    Live Painting show and giveaway! &

    Immersive music performance by Skot Weidmann

  • Exciting news!! New Art Show!

    by Clara de la Fuente

    I'm excited to announce that I will be presenting my new acrylic collection during Boneyard Art show in a new group exhibition.

    This year I have the pleasure to partner up with another 3 amazing local painters: Leslie Kimble, Beth Chasco and Sydney Bruner for our Boneyard Art Exhibition: “Flourish & Hue: A Natural Dreamworld Exhibition".

    “Flourish and Hue” is a journey of self-discovery through nature’s colors. This exhibition invites you to explore the realms of daydreams and … 

  • NEW PRINT: A traveler's tale of transformation

    by Clara de la Fuente

    Have you had a realization that changed the course of your life? Or considering something which could put upside down your existence?I certainty did. And it happened during my solo trip to the Indiana Dunes National Park.

    After several days of exhausting heat and sand, my last stop was at West Beach on a stormy Tuesday before heading back home...

    Posted in Art shows, Landscape, New

  • NEW COLLECTION: Art Mouse Pads are LIVE NOW!

    by Clara de la Fuente

    We have a new collection LIVE: The Art Mousepad, but no product comes without a good story behind so here's the one from these lovely mousepads.

    For over 2 years, I used an old desk as my office. 2023 was a great year for the biz, so I *finally* allowed myself to upgrade… and something UNEXPECTED HAPPENED...

    Posted in New, Stationary

  • Studio changes in 2024

    by Clara de la Fuente
    My time in Spain gave me a lot of time to think about my goals for this year in regards to my business. 2023 was a fantastic year: I sold more originals and prints than ever but I didn't have much time to paint. I want to be the best painter I can and dedicate the most time to my craft this year. For this reason, some changes are happening in 2024...
    Posted in Art shows, Free, New, Watercolor

  • I will be a vendor at Mistletoe on 12/17 - LAST MARKET

    by Clara de la Fuente
    If you're still looking for gifts and want something special, I got you. Shop art and hand made local products at the LAST Mistletoe Market!
    Venue CU  - Downtown Champaign, IL
    51 E Main St, Champaign, IL 61820
    12/17 SUNDAY  11-5pm
     
    I will have NEW originals, NEW prints, NEW sizes! Drop by to say hello!!
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • A different gift? Come to the Mistletoe markets!

    by Clara de la Fuente
    Hi friend,
    If you´re looking for a different present, I got you. Shop art and hand made  local products at the upgraded Mistletoe Market!
    This year, it will be over 70 vendors (double from last year!!) and will run for two days!!
    Lincoln Square Mall in Downtown Urbana, IL
    12/01 Friday   4-8p
    12/02 Saturday  9-5p
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • Black Friday at Riggs Xmas Market !!

    by Clara de la Fuente
    I am kicking up the holiday season with a 3 day market at Riggs on Nov 24 (Black Friday), 25 (Small biz Saturday), 26 (Sunday)!!
    We had a blast last year, with ton of vendors, amazing Riggs' beer, an alternative selection of drinks (hot cocoa, mulled wine (like a wine hot toddy), and food!!
    I will have NEW ORIGINALS - one of a kind, no prints!!, NEW prints, NEW sizes and the all time favorites!! AND SPECIAL DEALS ALL WEEKEND!!!
    11/26 BLACK FRIDAY: 4-8pm
    11/27 SMALL BIZ SATURDAY: noon-7pm
    11/28 SUNDAY: noon-7pm
    Come to enjoy an authentic German market and go ahead with the holiday shopping with special deals!
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • Cracking the Code: Mastering the Basics of Art Pricing

    by Clara de la Fuente
    Art pricing is not a straightforward formula (sorry!) and without proper knowledge is difficult to know if you’re getting a good deal. Here a list of tips so you can make an informed decision.
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, Ideas, New

  • Explore Your Artistic Horizon: A Guide to different types of artworks

    by Clara de la Fuente

    Hi friend,

    When buying art, prints and original paintings are the more common options, but not the only ones!

    I wanted to share the differences between each kind, and the pros/cons in a simple way, so you can make an educated decision when considering your next purchase.

    We will discuss pros and cons on original paintings, open and limited edition prints and proofs!

    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New

  • What A SEPTEMBER!!

    by Clara de la Fuente

    September is being such a great + busy month for my art biz!

    1 vacation looking for inspiration, 1 art fair, 2 art markets, 2 interviews...

    Posted in Art shows, Interviews, Landscape, New, Press, Watercolor

  • The one thing nobody ever dare to ask me…let’s get personal!

    by Clara de la Fuente

    Art is about representing emotions… so what are the emotions behind my paintings? I get a lot questions about techniques but not often… about the feelings behind! 

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    To me, life is all about cycles: day and night, seasons, personal changes, everything comes and goes… ⁣