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Claire Falconer was born in Enniskillen in 1978. She is an Irish painter and actress who currently works

in Ireland, Italy and United States. Following a degree in Law with Hispanic Studies at Queen’s University, Belfast,

Claire found the freedom to work prolifically and was recognised by the art world when she won a National RTE art

competition in October 2001.

Twenty-six of her paintings were displayed at the Abode Gallery in Dublin.

Her portraits, including self-portraits, seem at once ancient and modern.

In 2003, Claire was commissioned to paint a portrait of Richard Bennett, Headmaster of Portora Royal

School,Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett's school, in Enniskillen.In March 2004, Claire had her second
 
successful one-artist show in Rome.

Claire continues to exhibit her work around Europe and United States . She travels with her boyfriend, film

director Christian Filippella, and has lived and worked in in Spain, Italy and the United States. She is currently in Los Angeles

completing work for an upcoming show in the new year.

Nonetheless, she considers Ireland her home and stays faithful to her original style, a wonderful combination of

renaissance light and shadow, studied firstly under the renowned irish painter Ken Hamileton and then during her long stay in

Rome. She cites artists such as John William

Waterhouse, Louis Le Brocquy, Tamara De Lempicka and Dali as among her influences. With a discerning eye

for composition and sensitive handling of colors, she is well known for taking several months to finish her paintings.

Shimmering highlights and deep shadows, perfection and beauty all recreate

the magic alchemy typical of ancient Masters.

 

 

Interests

Creativity of all kinds...Photography,Filmmaking,Music. Sometimes entirely by myself, where I

create in oils, which I love. Sometimes I get involved in film projects which provide a whole

different set of challenges. I find that a mixture of both keep me balanced. ;->

Meeting new open-minded people. Exploring new places. Spending time with friends and family.

I am always interested in artistic collaborations and commissions. Please feel free to contact me.

Contact Me
email clairefalconer@yahoo.co.uk