Contact - Clare Bowen

Contact Clare

I would love to hear from you any enquires are welcome.

E: clare@clarebowen.co.uk

T: 07813 320066

I regularly post my paintings on Instagram and Facebook, see some of my latest updates below.

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Battersea Square ~ phew, a hot and complex paint b

Battersea Square ~ phew, a hot and complex paint but enjoyed it and so many friendly locals!
I felt looked after by @gailsbakery & Mazar cafe who gave me iced water & lunch!
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I have been wanting to paint this Square for years but always drive through it to paint the bridges and Thames. Pleased I’ve actually done it! ☺️

Bright morning sunshine creating drama at low tide

Bright morning sunshine creating drama at low tide! It’s between 7-9am & using a limited palette for colour harmony.

Melting temperatures - chasing a little shade arou

Melting temperatures - chasing a little shade around Cheyne Gardens.
Left room for a big sky as beautiful pinky colours and great cloud shapes.

On the river bank, super early start to see the su

On the river bank, super early start to see the sunrise and avoid the heat. The tide was out so I climbed down to get a different perspective on Albert Bridge. The sky was beautiful it was a fast paint because the clouds changing, the sun coming up and the tide coming in!! See stories for more pics….

Albert Bridge in all her glory! It’s my favourit

Albert Bridge in all her glory! It’s my favourite bridge on the Thames which one is yours?
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Worked hard on getting the bridge uprights to really pop with light. Didn’t want the sky too dark behind but dark enough to show the lights.
I’m also pleased with the thickness of paint on here too.
It’s a bigger one - 35x45cm on canvas.

Morning light, same boat but from the bow end! I c

Morning light, same boat but from the bow end! I couldn’t walk past without painting her! I liked the tonal layers going back through Albert Bridge.
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This intense heat doesn’t feel like the Uk at the moment but on the up side the light and colours are gorgeous ✨
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‘Atrato, Morning Light’ 12x16”

My first paint in London for a while. I’m workin

My first paint in London for a while. I’m working towards a solo show in Chelsea next May. I’ll be painting here for 5 days, wish me luck with the heat!!
This old Thames boat (1898) has such character. The light is incredible at the moment!

Come paint with me in Cornwall! Plein Air Worksho

Come paint with me in Cornwall!
Plein Air Workshop on 16-19th September this year.
Lots of tuition, 1:1 help, demos, & a beautiful location! (Based in Newlyn)
DM me or comment below if you would like to sign up or get more info. Thank you! 🎨
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Swipe to see this painting (not quite finished!) of Porthcurno beach. Plus the early stages too.

One of my favourite beaches in this area - Porthcu

One of my favourite beaches in this area - Porthcurno. Even when it’s overcast the water is still aquamarine.
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Some early swimmers taking a dip before the crowds descend!
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11x14” oil on board
Available
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Fab day painting with @vickinormanart

A hot but enjoyable paint of this complex scene lo

A hot but enjoyable paint of this complex scene looking back at Portscatho village, which took some working out with all the boats & houses! (Would make a good jigsaw puzzle!☺️)

Portscatho with the boats nestling in the harbour

Portscatho with the boats nestling in the harbour & the early light blazing!! Such a paintable place. Captured the rocks before the tide came in.
SWIPE to see final painting & video.

A bigger plein air done alla prima. I thought the

A bigger plein air done alla prima. I thought the vase echoed the shape of the Peonies & the whole thing was a joy to paint!
40x50cm oil on canvas.

I’m doing a project on the Roseland Peninsula, i

I’m doing a project on the Roseland Peninsula, it’s a beautiful area! This is Portloe a small fishing village. I stood to paint on the South West coastal path, a few walkers but mainly quiet & calm 💙

One of the joys of painting these peonies is addin

One of the joys of painting these peonies is adding the wild flowers picked from the garden! It seems to soften and add a compositional element.
The Cornishware jug is so lovely and chunky next to the frilly peonies! 🌸💙
40x40cm oil on board
Available
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SWIPE for garden pic.

Bright light & brilliant colours in Mousehole, it

Bright light & brilliant colours in Mousehole, it looked like the Med!
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Standing in a nook away from the reems of visitors. I wanted the harbour walls & Gap to give it place, also life with the people & cars.
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Painting with @vickinormanart

Peonies!!🌸I painted one & enjoyed it so much I

Peonies!!🌸I painted one & enjoyed it so much I did two more! SWIPE to see - which one do you prefer? All done in the garden with strong sunshine.
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No.2 is Available, No.3 is now sold.
12x12” oil on board unframed
£390 including p&p
DM if you are interested
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I am doing some bigger peony paintings too! 🌸

The Newlyn Lighthouse was first lit in 1887 & is s

The Newlyn Lighthouse was first lit in 1887 & is still working now. It has so much history especially connected to art & fishing. It’s feels good to be here and painting it!!
I like the shape silhouetted against the morning light & sparkle ✨

Wonky boats! Going for fresh marks and strong morn

Wonky boats! Going for fresh marks and strong morning light.
SWIPE to see the halfway through stage changed into black and white, which helps me check the tonal values. Also the composition- I moved the boat behind a little to the right & made the buoys bigger too.
Sometimes it’s good to go smaller (8x10”) and push a little!
First painting of the day with Vicki Norman & Lizzie Black from this weekend.

A wonderful scent of roses during my recent Live p

A wonderful scent of roses during my recent Live plein air demo. A flower challenge after weeks of boats!! Enjoyed it immensely. Summery, hot & lots of people walking in the rose garden.
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It will be my last Live demo for a little while & thank you for the lovely feedback & support.
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Also a big thank you to my cameraman & husband @nickoakleyphoto
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See stories for more pics ....
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Does anyone by chance know the name of these beautiful roses?

One of those special days when things works out!

One of those special days when things works out! Painting with @vickinormanart although we did nearly abandon this subject in the beginning because a side on view is a tough composition to get right. But the gorgeousness of this boat made us continue, I cropped the boat and main mast which helped with design. Loved the top light especially on the sails.
Such an enjoyable paint thank you Vicki ☺️
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The boat is a Ketch and was built in 1907 and she’s called Irene.
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SWIPE for more pics!!

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