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Stories from the studio.

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

The origin of the circular motifs in my art

The origin of the circular motifs in my art

In my previous post, I left off reflecting on the origin of the circular motifs that persist in my work. I didn’t quite finish…

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Circles as Symbols of Protection

Circles as Symbols of Protection

Reflections on a Work in Progress: Part Two When I left off the other time on my reflections about this new piece, I was…

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Birds in My Garden

Birds in My Garden

Reflections on a work in progress Last year ended with some amazing shows. And I’m looking forward to what this year brings. Here’s a…

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Closing Reflections on The Space We Exist In

Closing Reflections on The Space We Exist In

It’s hard to believe, but The Space We Exist In has come to an end. Over the past two months, this group exhibition at…

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S.T.A.R. Fundraiser  to Support College Kids

S.T.A.R. Fundraiser to Support College Kids

An Event In Celebration of Dr. King’s Legacy at Heather Gaudio Fine Art This year, S.T.A.R. (Stand Together Against Racism) partnered with Heather Gaudio…

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The Space We Exist In by Larry Ossei Mensah

The Space We Exist In by Larry Ossei Mensah

It’s a busy Fall season here in Studio Clara. Happy to announce my participation in the upcoming show titled The Space We Exist In.…

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A Night to Remember at the Opening of “Beyond Face Value” at Art Cake

A Night to Remember at the Opening of “Beyond Face Value” at Art Cake

This past Friday evening, I had a wonderful experience attending the opening of Beyond Face Value at Art Cake in Brooklyn, curated by the…

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Beyond Face Value – A New Exhibition

Beyond Face Value – A New Exhibition

Upcoming Group Exhibition in NYC Featuring Clara Nartey I’m thrilled to share the news about my participation in Beyond Face Value. This is a group exhibition…

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Closing of Fabric of Identity Exhibition

Closing of Fabric of Identity Exhibition

Fabric of Identity Exhibition As the doors have officially closed on my exhibition, Fabric of Identity, at Bridgewater State University, I find myself reflecting…

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