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An archive of exhibitions, artist reflections, behind-the-scenes making and news from the studio.

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Stories from the studio.

Browse selected exhibitions, studio reflections and stories from Clara Nartey.

5 Simple Ways You Can Get Motivated for Your Creative Project

5 Simple Ways You Can Get Motivated for Your Creative Project

Have you noticed that there are seasons in your creative life when you don’t feel motivated to do what you need to get done?…

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The Lack of Gender Equality in the Art World and its Meaning for Textile Artists

The Lack of Gender Equality in the Art World and its Meaning for Textile Artists

Just as is the case with the regular job market, there is a lack of gender parity in the art market. Although women in…

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Working on Something New – See How My Creative Process Starts

Working on Something New – See How My Creative Process Starts

I’ve been working my way back to starting a big project. I’ve not done a hands-on big project in a while and that means…

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Reader Feedback

Reader Feedback

How Can I serve You Better? Dear Creative Friend, We’re a few days from the start of the last quarter – getting into the…

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Why You Can Live Your Creative Dreams Whatever They Are

Why You Can Live Your Creative Dreams Whatever They Are

Creative Dreams Come True The other day, I visited a very successful online entrepreneur’s website and the first thing that caught my eye is…

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Start Small – [Embellished Greeting Cards]

Start Small – [Embellished Greeting Cards]

Handwriting is Cathartic In this article, I’m going to teach you how to make your own fabric embellished greeting card step-by-step PLUS a video…

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Behind the Scenes of An Opening at Windsor Art Center

Behind the Scenes of An Opening at Windsor Art Center

This past weekend,  I attended the opening reception for “Local Color 3: Inspired by Science“ – a traveling art exhibition I’ve been managing for…

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There are no mistakes

There are no mistakes

The new school year is here upon us again and the kids have gone back to school this week.  My eight-year-old is starting a…

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Be prepared when your next big idea strikes

Be prepared when your next big idea strikes

Capturing Your Creative Ideas in Real Time We creative people are always searching for ideas we can use for our projects. But inspiration is everywhere. …

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