During the early days of my career, my art served as a powerful tool for delving into deep and meaningful topics. I utilized a diverse array of materials, including earth, hair, found objects, plaster body casting, text, and photography, to create an interactive experience that engaged viewers beyond mere visual observation. This multidimensional approach infused my work with life and invited a deeper connection.
As my practice evolved, I gravitated towards abstract expressionism, immersing myself in the exploration of colour and movement. This period marked a shift towards a more intuitive painting style, where the spontaneity of brushstrokes and the vibrancy of hues became central to my artistic expression.
The onset of the pandemic prompted another transformation in my work. Amid feelings of uncertainty and a quest to rediscover my artistic voice, I turned to nature for solace and inspiration. Long walks immersed in the natural world rekindled my curiosity, drawing me to the movement, shapes, and colours of the landscape. This experience led to a dedicated sketchbook practice, where I began experimenting with colour mixing, collage, and mark-making, striving to capture the essence of my surroundings. This new phase represents a fusion of my past explorations with a fresh, nature-inspired perspective, continuing my journey of artistic discovery and expression.
Claudia currently resides in Toronto Ontario. She holds a diploma in Fine Art from Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology.
Curriculum Vitae
Education
1999–2002: Bachelor of Fine Art University of Western Ontario, Canada
​1995–1998: Diploma of Fine Art Fanshawe College, Canada
2020: Certificate in Healing With The Arts, Florida University & Coursea
2024: Professional Practice for Emerging Artists and Designers Micro-Credential OCAD University
2024: Becoming a Content Creator: Advanced Social Media Marketing for Creative Entrepreneurs Micro-Credential OCAD University
Solo Shows
1999: The Art of Darkness | Taboo Lounge | London ON
2000: The Art of Being Artless | Taboo Lounge | London ON
2002: Lessons of Love | Galleria Mall | London ON
2006: Female Masculinity | Online Exhibition | Global
2011: Suite 16 | CAYA | Toronto ON
2014: Iconic Is | Online Exhibition | Global
Group Shows
1999: Perspectives | Galleria Mall | London ON
Faces 1999/2000 | The Art Lab | London ON
2000: London Pride Art Show | Forest City Gallery | London ON
The Wonder Woman Festival | The Reverb | Toronto ON
2001: London Pride Art Show | Galleria Mall | London ON
The Wonder Woman Festival | The Reverb | Toronto ON
2002: 911 World Show | Huron College | London ON
Saphho | Wortley Village Library | London ON
2003: Woman’s Night of the Arts | Sue’s Blues House | London ON
2004: Dykeversity Art Show | NOW Lounge | Toronto ON
2007: Californication | Toronto, ON
2009: 20th Anniversary of the Fall of the Wall | Online Exhibition | Berlin Germany
2011: Experience Love | CAYA | Toronto ON
2012: Abstraction in Art | Group Exhibition | Ben Navaee Gallery | Toronto, ON
2015: BOLD: Group Exhibition | The Mod Club | Toronto ON
2017: Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Group Exhibition | Earl Selkirk Gallery | Toronto ON
2017: Fleet | Global Online Exhibition | United Kingdom
2019: Britains Rubbish | Global Online Exhibition | United Kingdom
Arts Market | College Street Arts Market | Toronto ON
2020: Why Do You Create? | Group Online Exhibition | Visual Arts Mississauga | Mississauga ON
2021: Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Online Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
2021: Place | Global Online Exhibition | United Kingdom
2022: Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
Link | Group Exhibition | Fountain Blu | Toronto ON
2023: Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
2024: Absence Makes | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
Super Mini Xmas Show | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
2025: Fantastical Show Of Wonders | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
Absence Makes | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
Fill’er Up Sketchbook Challenge | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations | Toronto ON
Midnight In Paris | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
Exploring Horizon(s) Canadian Landscape Painting | Group Exhibition | ARTiculations |Toronto ON
The Million Dollar Toy Show | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
Into The Woods | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
The Candy Factory | Group Exhibition | Super Wonder Gallery | Toronto ON
Juried Art Shows
2024: Earth, Sky and Sea by Square Foot Show | Group Online Exhibition and Auction
2024: Expressions by Artusiasm | Group Show | Space Connect Gallery | Etobicoke ON
2025: Colours Within by Artusiasm | Group Show | Space Connect Gallery | Etobicoke ON
Art Auctions and Fundraisers
2002: Riot Grrls Women in Art | Galleria Mall | London ON
2015: Brushes With Cancer | Group Exhibition and Silent Auction | The Richmond Gallery | Toronto ON
2018: Anonymous Art Show | ART for Cancer Foundation Group Exhibition | ART Square Gallery | Toronto ON