As a collector of Claudia Gill’s work for some years now I am obviously a big fan. Claudia brings glam and humor with a sensual palette in a multitude of ways in her vast body of work.
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Commission a Tray that is your life in a work of Art using your Family photos, Pet, Home, Interior, Favorite City, or Special Event in your life
Introducing One Of A Kind Decoupage Plate Sets
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After publishing my I Believe In Artists Interview with designer Tracy Porter, I heard from a lot of wonderful, creative people who are fellow admirers of her and her work. It reminded me how sharing what inspires us can connect us in profound and positive ways.
One of those fellow Tracy fans I heard from was artist Claudia Gill. Claudia shares what inspires her through her decoupage and mosaic creations, connecting the past to the present. I was so happy to be introduced to her and her charming work through the wonders of blogging and social media and I think you will be too. Enjoy!
"Boudoir Dames" Shadowbox by Claudia Gill
Question: I know art speaks its own language but if you had to describe your work in only six words, what would they be?
Claudia: Creative, Inspiring, Glamorous, Nostalgic, Magical, Spirited.
"New York Dames" Decoupage Tray by Claudia Gill
Question: Who is your favorite artist (in any medium) and how do they inspire you?
Claudia: I don’t have one. Different artists inspire me at different times in my life; My mother, who is an artist, when I was growing up for one. Pieces of Art will get into my psyche and then I draw upon them at various times during my work process.
"Faith" Mosaic Wall Hanging By Claudia Gill
Question: What inspires you to create?
Claudia: Love and spirit. A need to feed my soul, to create beauty, to share, inspire and bring happiness to others. Its like a meditation for me where I escape into another world and am like a musician where the music just takes over and you just go with the flow... to create not focusing on the end result but being in the process.
"Oheka Dames" Decoupage Tray by Claudia Gill
Question: What is your favorite part of your creative process?
Claudia: Seeing all the pieces come together like a mosaic, which I create as well. I always feel like a kid at Christmas opening a present, overwhelmed by the excitement of the finished product and not knowing from whence it came.
Question: What is the most challenging part of your creative process and how do you meet that challenge?
Claudia: When something isn't working to either start over or to be able to not judge it but to take a step back, leave for for a while and come back to it and figure it out. I have sometimes in frustration ripped the piece up only to regret it later. One has to trust the process as in life.
"Chinoiserie" Umbrella by Claudia Gill
Question: And finally, what does "believing in art" mean to you?
Claudia: If it comes from your heart then it's Art. Art is everywhere, its all that you choose to see... everything on this planet is a piece of art really. Art is all colors, shapes and sizes and no-one but yourself can define it. It's what feeds your soul and makes you think, feel and be touched…
Thank you Claudia, for sharing your creativity and passions with us.
For more information on Claudia and her one of a kind handcrafted trays, frames, mirrors, wall hangings and home decor accessories, visit her website atClaudiaGill.com.
You can also connect with her on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.
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Until next time, happy creating!
Peace, Love and Art,
Victoria
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Just got 16 of my pieces into a store in Carroll Gardens Brooklyn. Wanderlustre 419 Court Street. Exciting things are happening!
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Joanna Gleason "Your work is gorgeous"
Frances Fisher " Love the Lucy and Marilyn Monroe Trays "
Martha Plimpton..." Your trays are incredibly cool.."
Debra Messing " Your wok is beautiful! "
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Society6 makes a full line of Home Decor. They give full refund if not fully satisfied.
Hope you enjoy my designs as much as i had a blast making them.
www.society6.com/Claudia Gill
" THERE IS NOTHING AS SPECIAL AS A PERSONALIZED, HANDCRAFTED, MADE IN THE USA, PIECE OF USEABLE ART.
CLAUDIA GILL HAS A UNIQUE TALENT TO GIVE US HANDCRAFTED ART TO BE A PART OF OUR LIVES "
I really enjoy researching a life and finding the little things that the client loves, special events in their lives, Treasured momentos and pictures of loved ones, then adding them into the design of the tray to make it a gift like no other and to " Make The Past Into A Present "
This umbrella is made of 100% pongee polyester and is designed to provide impeccable protection from the downpour. Easy to carry, the hook handle design makes it possible to hook onto arms as you walk. imprinted with It makes the perfect gift as well as personal use all year round
- Made of 100% polyester pongee waterproof fabric
- Measures 43 inches in diameter and 35 inches long
- 8 ribs made of strong fiber for extra support
- Hook handle with push button operation
Now Showing at Gracious Home, The Claudia Gill Collection of One Of A Kind Trays
The One Of A Kind trays feature vintage photographic images of Cities such as New York and Paris, iconic buildings, lavish interiors, and the Grand Dames of the golden age of Hollywood. Hand applied crystals are added to create sparkle and glamour!
Commissions available to make a tray using family photos, your pet or your favorite pinup.
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JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST TRUNK SHOW OF THE SEASON!
EXHALE SPA 150 CENTRAL PARK SOUTH@59 ST
SEPTEMBER 15TH & 16TH 3PM -8-PM
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Paris Tray Commission
The tray has arrived and I love it, and I'm sure my sister will, too. Your picture did not do it justice.
Thanks for everything!
Sue bought a tray from me last year and now a reversible Handbag to add to her collection. You may recognize her from the Documentary "Fabulous Fashionistas". Always a pleasure and a gift to see her colorful self!
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Joanna Gleason " Your work is gorgeous "
Frances Fisher " Love the Lucy and Marilyn Monroe Trays "
Martha Plimpton..." Your trays are incredibly cool.."
Debra Messing " Your wok is beautiful! "
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Kathryn M Ireland, M. Laurence-Bullard Brave TV Million Dollar Decorators
TCM Party, Lucille Ball,Vintage Life Magazine, Cult of the Cinema
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The Archer Hotel in Midtown West is now carrying a line of my trays! This is a lovely new boutique hotel that features local art and design. Drop into their beautiful Rooftop Bar and see for yourself. Gifts available opposite the yellow couch in the lobby!
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