Handmade By Claire

About Me

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Claire is a mixed-media textile artist whose work is inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of British Columbia. Through layered textiles, watercolor, and carefully chosen natural elements, she creates richly textured, three-dimensional artworks that capture not only the beauty of nature, but also the peaceful feeling of being immersed in it.

Largely self-taught, Claire transformed her lifelong passion for paper and textiles into a professional career when she launched her own stationery company in 2003. Over the years, she has developed a distinctive collage technique that combines transparency, luminosity, texture, and depth to create original, one-of-a-kind pieces.

Each artwork is thoughtfully handcrafted in her Richmond, British Columbia studio, where she also designs and produces her collection of one-of-a-kind greeting cards using the same signature mixed-media technique. Every piece reflects her love of the West Coast—from sandy beaches and forests to driftwood, shells, and the quiet beauty found in nature's smallest details.

Claire's work is exhibited at art and craft markets throughout Metro Vancouver and can also be found in selected galleries and retail shops. She welcomes commissions and enjoys creating meaningful, personalized artworks for private clients. Sharing her creative process is equally rewarding, and she teaches art classes that encourage others to explore their own artistic voice.

Giving back to the community is an important part of Claire's journey. She  volunteers her time with local arts organizations, serves on the board of Artist in Our Midst, and is a member of Watershed Artworks Gallery.

Through every artwork she creates, Claire hopes to bring a sense of calm, wonder, and connection to the natural world into people's homes.

Studio

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Her home studio is located in Richmond, overlooking a large park. It is a bright, cosy little space where she feels inspired to create.


Studio Visits are always welcome by appointment handmadebyclairestationery@gmail.com

Event History

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Gallery exhibits

Watershed Artworks Gallery, North Delta, Featured showcase artist, 2025

Ferry Building Gallery, West Van, Group exhibition, 2023, 2017

Centre Culturel Francophone, Vancouver, Solo exhibition, 2018


Exhibits on Business Premises

Richmond Family Chiropractic, 2023

The Spa on 4th, 2016

Electronic Art, 2011, 2013


Selected juried Craft Fair and Art Market participations

Artists in Our Midst Art Walk, Vancouver, 2024-2026

Ladner Village Market, 2010-2026

Steveston Farmer’s Market, Richmond, 2024-2026

West Van Artisan Markets, 2024-2026

St Thomas Aquinas, North Vancouver, 2008-2025

Dunbar Christmas Market, Vancouver, 2011-2026

Southlands Tsawwassen Market, 2023- 2026

Make it, PNE, Vancouver, 2023

Women’s Winter Arts Faire, Vancouver, 2004-2022

Apple Festival UBC, Vancouver, 2007-2019

Artful Sundays at Britannia, Vancouver, 2005-2019

Stone Soup Festival, Vancouver, 2008-2017

Circle Craft, Vancouver, 2009-2016

Vancouver Farmers Markets, 2006-2013

Filberg Festival, Comox,2007-2012

Whistler Farmer’s Market, 2010