Claire Marie Artist

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Black Friday SALE

Six days of amazing discounts for subscribers! Till the end of November I am offering my subscribers the following discounts: Free shipping on ALL purchases (including surfboards - conditions apply) - just use the code BLACKFRIDAY?? at checkout Paid subscribers can also use their discount code to get a further

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I've been hacked!

Hi Everyone! I just wanted to email all my subscribers to let you know that my Instagram account has been hacked and taken over by someone promoting bitcoin! The hackers got into my Twitter/X account as well, but I managed to fend them off from my Facebook account. As

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Emmie the Sea Turtle

As my subscribers would be aware, I am currently working my way through a stack of commissions that will keep me busy into early 2024! I love bringing my client's commissions to life but continuously working on other people's ideas can become stifling. As an artist, it is very important

Some news from the studio!

Hello there! Hope you are well! If this newsletter has popped into your inbox it means you are a supporter of my art and I am eternally grateful. Thank you for making that step to join me here! Thank you for subscribing! I have been busy this week working on

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Dunes Beach

Dunes Beach in Exmouth is a surf spot on the Ningaloo Reef that is loved by locals and visitors alike. Swells that originate in sub-polar storms far to the south west of WA travel in a huge arc through the Indian Ocean before being caught by bottom contours and wrapping

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Where my art takes me

I have just returned from a mercy dash to Queensland to repair a recently completed board that was damaged in transit. I want to share the story with you but please don't get the wrong idea and expect that "house calls" are part of the Claire Marie service - I

Willow is complete!

Willow is now complete and ready to embark on the next stage of her journey. If you would like to bring Willow home to your house then she is still available at a substantial discount for the next three days. Paid subscribers can save even more by using their discount

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Willow's unique markings

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Willow is taking shape

"Willow the Whale Shark" is starting to take shape so I thought I would share a little of the background behind the board Willow is being painted on. Willow is being painted on a 5'2" Firewire Sweet Potato surfboard that was kindly donated to me - I will circle back

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Now is the time to act . . .

In the vast depths of the ocean, where the light only dances in muted hues, there lives a magnificent creature known as Willow the Whale Shark. Willow was no ordinary shark; she was a gentle giant, with a heart as wide as the ocean itself. During the winter months, Willow

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"Willow the Whale Shark" update

In the spirit of promoting awareness and appreciation for whale sharks, I am currently creating a hand-painted surfboard featuring a stunning depiction of a whale shark swimming in the waters off Ningaloo Reef. This artwork not only celebrates the beauty of these gentle giants but also serves as a reminder

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"Willow the Whale Shark" - latest progress

I thought I would share some progress pictures of "Willow the Whale Shark". Painting a whale shark presents many challenges from getting just the right shade of blue for the background to making sure the unique markings of the whale shark are represented accurately. Did you know that no two

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Willow the Whale Shark

The ocean holds many wonders, but few are as captivating as the whale shark. With its massive size and gentle nature, this incredible creature has captured the imaginations of people around the world. I thought I would share some of the things I have found out as I research one

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Last chance for huge savings!

TODAY (Thursday 31st August) is the LAST day for the AUGUST print sale! If you have been thinking about buying some prints then TODAY is the day - throughout August all subscribers have been receiving 20% off the purchase price of prints when they buy 2 or more prints from

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Studio struggles

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"Tranquility - Longreach"

Longreach Bay is a sanctuary of tranquility on Rottnest Island, a place where time seems to stand still. As you step onto the sandy shores, you are greeted by the gentle lapping of waves against the beach, the whispering of the wind through the trees and the distant song of

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August Print Sale now on!

"Tranquility - Longreach" No. 1, 2 and 3 are fine art prints from a triptych of Longreach Bay on Rottnest Island. Longreach Bay is a sanctuary of tranquility on Rottnest Island, a place where time seems to stand still. The complete story behind this triptych will be available later this

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Gray's Bay board

Now this board is finished and about to be packed off to be shipped across Australia, it is time to share it's story with you... Nestled in the heart of Queensland, Gray’s Bay is a slice of paradise that takes your breath away. It is one of those places

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And the winners are . . .

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George has a new home

I am excited to say that "George the Sea Turtle" has been sold! Within three hours of his release onto the intrawebs, "George" was snapped up by one of my paid subscribers. As well as saving an old surfboard from landfill,  I will also donate 5% of the purchase price

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George has been released!

"George the Sea Turtle" has been a labour of love over the past three months, from concept sketch to finished artwork. He represents only the third non-commissioned surfboard I have ever painted! All the other boards - well over 50 - were commissioned pieces for clients.

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What ChatGPT thinks of me?

Don't ask an AI a question you don't want to hear the answer to . . . My partner was bored the other day and asked ChatGPT to search for me on the internet, but report back in the style of a "stand-up comedian" . . . here is what came back:

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A labour of love

Sea turtles are timeless ocean dwellers. Found in warm tropical and sub-tropical waters around the globe, these aquatic reptiles are perfectly adapted to their nomadic marine existence. I am fascinated by sea turtles, and love to feature them in my art. Some of my most treasured memories are viewing turtles

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Did you know these five facts about sea turtles?

Sea turtles are timeless ocean dwellers. Found in all but the planet's coldest waters, these aquatic reptiles are perfectly suited for a nomadic existence. I am fascinated by sea turtles, and love to feature them in my art. Some of my most treasured memories are snorkelling with sea turtles on