Figurative, abstract.
Do you paint from memory or are you representing certain locations in your paintings?
I start out with observational drawing in the landscape, an comprehending of how items fit with each other, pondering about location and why I hold returning. I make function deeply connected to a feeling of location in response to unique landscape options that have had a profound influence on me largely in tidal and coastal locations. These sketchbook drawings are then translated to large scale charcoal line drawings in the studio supplying up many prospects for paint, color. Memory, considered and thoughts are all captured and translated in the language of line to my paintings.
Harmony of Area I, 2021, Clare Thatcher
What attracts you to portray mountainous landscapes?
The scale and the sheer existence of these momentous rock formations with the energy of the sea tends to make me truly feel so overwhelmed and in awe of the these force of character.
How has your apply developed above the several years?
Likely in further, asking concerns, frequently pushing the work, step by step the perform has grown up more than time. Colour is an vital section of the do the job and is a large matter, I appreciate the issues it provides. I really like performing massive and having do the job selected for recognised art prizes and guidance from persons I believe in has given me the confidence and endorsement to hold heading.
Vision of Landscape, 2018, Clare Thatcher
What’s an normal working day like in your studio?
I sweep the flooring ahead of I start out and at the stop of the day. I usually have espresso, chocolate and fruit at hand. A comfy chair but not to comfy and audio is vital to settle my brain. I generally have a amount of works on the go at the exact time this helps with the conversation. I consider standard breaks enabling me to concentrate and step back from the operate.
How do you appear up with the titles for your paintings?
I experience them when earning, allowing the get the job done speak to me.
I Walk in Beauty, 2021, Clare Thatcher
What/Who are your essential influences?
Looking at art in museums and galleries. My previous tutor and mentor, painter Richard Kenton Webb, foremost British abstract artist Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, colourists Pierre Bonnard and Edouard Vuillard.
Who are some Increase Artwork artists with get the job done you happen to be taking pleasure in at the minute?
Iain Andrews, Enzo Marr and Steph Goodger.
Silent Room, 2020, Clare Thatcher
