About
Short Bio
Claudia creates abstract works in painting, collage, and sculpture, blending structure and intuition to explore emotion, motion, and space.
Statement
My work exists in the intersection between expressionism and abstraction, where emotion and form collide. I explore the endless possibilities of acrylics, oils, pastels, mixed media, collage, and sculpture to create pieces that evoke both the spontaneous energy of expressionism and the structured fluidity of abstraction.
Color is a constant focus in my practice, as I believe it holds the power to communicate and transform. I approach it with a sense of experimentation, allowing each layer and hue to shape the narrative, whether I am depicting the human figure, landscapes, animals, or completely abstract forms. Alongside color, I pay careful attention to value—how light and dark interact, how contrast can create depth and resonance.
Line, vector, and planes are essential components in my process, guiding the viewer through a visual journey that balances both organic and geometric elements. The result is a dynamic fusion of forms that invite exploration and introspection. I do not adhere to a specific theme or subject matter; instead, I aim to capture the essence of whatever is calling to me in the moment—an impulse, a feeling, a visual curiosity. In this way, each piece becomes a conversation between material, intention, and the viewer.
Ultimately, my work is about the freedom of creation and the exploration of space, light, and color. I hope my pieces evoke a sense of connection, inviting the viewer to find their own narrative within the abstract forms and emotional traces I leave behind.
Biography
Claudia is a painter, collagist, and sculptor whose multidisciplinary practice explores the intersection of color, mood, structure, and motion. Raised in a home deeply rooted in the arts—her father was a Juilliard-trained opera singer and her mother a sculptor—Claudia was immersed in creativity from an early age. She began working in watercolor, oils, pastels, and sculpture during her youth, receiving her first commissions as a teenager.
Initially focused on realistic depictions of the natural world, Claudia’s work has evolved over time to embrace abstraction, particularly in her explorations of the human form and architectural elements. Her desire to merge artistic sensibility with mathematical structure led her to study architecture at the University of Florida. Ultimately, she shifted paths—moving to Atlanta in 1979—where she practiced pharmacy while continuing to study and create art.
Claudia’s current work spans painting, collage, and sculpture, often blending expressionism with abstraction. Her use of diverse media reflects a commitment to experimentation and intuitive process, allowing her to build rich, layered compositions that invite both emotional and visual engagement.
Resume / CV
Recent Exhibitions
01/2026;Roswell Fine Art Alliance, Roswell, Gallery; Juried
01/2026;”Sights and Insights”; Abernathy Arts Center; Sandy Springs, Ga;Juried
10/2025; "Best of the Best"; Dunwoody Fine Arts Association; Dunwoody, Ga: Juried; Peoples Choice Award
09/2025; Sewell Mill Library; Pet Portrait Show; Juried
04/2025; Spring Fling! Festival Artwork Competition; Winslow Art Center; Juried
02/2025; Immortal catalogue publication competition & online exhibition; Aedra Fine Arts; Juried
01/2025-04/2025; “People, Places & Thingamabobs”; Roswell Fine Art Alliance, Roswell, Ga; Juried
06/2024-08/2024; Roswell Fine Art Alliance, Roswell, Ga; Juried; 2nd Place winner
09/2024-11/2024; "Best of the Best"; Dunwoody Library, Dunwoody, Ga; 2nd Place winner
01/2024-04/2024; “People, Places & Thingamabobs”; Roswell Fine Art Alliance, Roswell, Ga; Juried; Honorable Mention
01/2024-03/2024; ”Renewal”; Atlanta Artist Center”; Atlanta, Ga; Juried
11/2023; Painting featured on Promotional Brochure for Marietta Cobb Museum of Fine Arts
10/2023 - 01/2023; "Best of the Best"; Dunwoody Library; Dunwoody, Ga
09/2023 - 10/2023; "Portfolio Artist Juried Art Show";Art Call; Online
06/2023 - 07/2023; "Sights and Insights";Chastain Art Center; Juried
02/2023 - 03/2023; "Spring"; Dunwoody Library Show; Dunwoody, Ga.
01/2023 - 03/2023; "Renewal"; Atlanta Artist Center; Atlanta, Ga; Juried; 3rd Place winner
09/2022 - 10/2022; "Dogs"; Spruill Library, Sandy Springs, Ga.
09/2022 - 10/2022; "Reality or Abstraction"; Atlanta Artist Center, Atlanta, GA; Juried; 1st Place winner
04/2022 - 06/2022; "Drawing and Ink Show"; Atlanta Artist Center, Atlanta, GA; Juried
02/2022 - 04/2022; "Inspired""; Atlanta Artist Center, Atlanta, GA; Juried
03/2022 - 06/2022; "Metro Montage"; Marietta Cobb Museum of Art; Marietta, Ga; Juried
01/2022 - 02/2022; "Being Human"; Atlanta Artist Center, Atlanta, GA; Juried
11/2021 - 01/2022; "Reality or Abstraction"; Atlanta Artist Center, Atlanta, GA; Juried; 3rd Place winner
10/2021 - 02/2022; "Home Is Where the Heart Is"; Atlanta Artist Center, located at Colony Square, Atlanta, GA; Juried; 1st Place winner
02/2021 - 04/2021; "People, Places & Thingamabobs"; Roswell Fine Arts Alliance, Roswell, GA; Juried; Honorable Mention
07/2020 - 08/2020; "What is Abstract Art Today?"; Artist Venue Online; Juried
06/2019 - 08/2019; Spruill Arts Student and Faculty Juried Exhibition, Spruill Art Gallery, Atlanta, Ga
