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the canvas.

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

CLARA NARTEY / FIBER ART
ARTIST JOURNAL

Stories from the studio.

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

It’s A Balancing Act

It’s A Balancing Act

Hey friend, I have a new piece called It’s A Balancing Act. Remember when I told you about the story behind my piece “Breaking…

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Intersect Chicago 2022

Intersect Chicago 2022

Hey friend, I’ve got exciting news to share with you. The art fair – Intersect Chicago 2022- which takes place annually at the Navy…

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All Lit Up

All Lit Up

Hey Friend, The Joy of Living is found in simple everyday things. Yet these moments come and go so fast that it’s easy to…

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Joy of Living

Joy of Living

Hey friend, I’m so excited to share with you that I’ve started working on another series of artworks. I’m calling this series the Joy…

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Readers are Leaders

Readers are Leaders

Hey friends, I created this piece a while back but for some reason, I never shared it with you. It’s called “Readers are Leaders”.…

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Breaking Bread- Story Behind the Art

Breaking Bread- Story Behind the Art

Hey friend, I want to share with you “Breaking Bread“, a piece of work I recently completed. I’m happy to say it’s been juried…

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Emerald

Emerald

Hey Creative Friend, here’s another piece in my ongoing Gem Series. I’m having a lot of fun researching them, creating, and then sharing their…

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Rhoda

Rhoda

Hey friend, here’s another piece in the Gem Series. Meet Rhoda. Rhoda is short for Rhodolite. I’m sharing a little bit of the story…

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Sapphire

Sapphire

Hey friend, let me introduce you to Sapphire. Sapphire is part of my “Hidden Gems Series”. This series is all about celebrating our differences…

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