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Claire Watkins is a painter and illustrator living in Denton, Texas. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from University of North Texas in 2018.
Artist Statement
In most of my work I use childlike imagery to explore the human condition. My experimentation with text and color references learning as a child; as we learn endlessly through life thus finding ourselves in a constant cycle of mastery and naivety. I typically am drawn to bright and nostalgic material, such as old painted furniture. I am very concerned with mark making and the sometimes obsessive nature of line-work using charcoal and pastels; I’ve found this material adds tactility to the organic surface of wood which I use almost exclusively. The clumsy lines and shapes that I'm drawn to typically read as childlike, which further emphasizes the sense of wonder and curiosity I treat my art and life with. I take a playful approach to the permanence of painting and organized mess making, which can lead to some succinct experiences.