Name: Clare Danstead

Biography: Artist Statement

For the past two and a half years I have been working full-time as an Artist and Writer. I have written a series of short stories; allegories of the spiritual journey of my life experiences and illustrated them with simple imagery, reflecting the dreamlike symbolism of the Unconscious.
Spiritual awakening, freedom from fear, faith, trust, death and loss, love and spiritual enlightenment are all concepts I attempt to express my understanding of.
My intention is to share this spiritual perception of the world with others, in the hope that it will bring healing and inspiration and possibly be the catalyst for a new awareness of
Commissions
Sandstone Labyrinth, Shepway District Council, May 2008
Wood Labyrinth, Angie Twydall, June 2007.

Workshops
I run workshops specialising in 'Accessing the Creative Voice Within'. With a previous background in teaching children; my work now focuses on spiritual healing through creativity, both for children and adults.

Stories
I have written a series of stories which I am in the process of illustrating.I have self-published one of them this year; 'Phoenix, Fox and the Moonstone.' It is for sale at £25 from my website.

Accept Commisions: Yes

Contact Details:

Phone: 01303863213

Hometown: Etchinghill