"From a very early age, I have always been into one form of art or another.  My first influence was my father who encouraged me to sketch and paint when I was as young as four.  My mother was the one who would sew and make teddy bears so I was very lucky I guess!

As time passed, my passion for all things mythical and magical grew and I would sketch the creatures and beings that filled up my buzzing imagination.  Now inspired by such wonderful artists as Brian and Wendy Froud, Boris Vallejo, Julie Bell, Arthur Rackham. Life inspires me. Each day I look forward to my next creation.

It wasn't until March 2003 when I found polymer clay that I even knew I could sculpt. Until then all my artwork was two dimensional. Sculpting has become my life and is now my full time occupation. I work from home in my wonderful studio surrounded by beautiful countryside. I have so much to learn and am always trying out new clays and techniques and hope the energy I transfer into each and every new piece is 'felt' by it's new owner."


Here is where I work...

Born in 1976, Clare Gladding lives with her husband and two young children in North East Lincolnshire, UK.  They are her biggest inspiration.  She would also like to thank the increasing number of talented, wonderful artists and new friends she as met along the way.

MY AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS...


EXCITED TO BE FEATURED IN THE DEBUT ISSUE OF
FAE MAGAZINE - WINTER 2007 ISSUE





1ST PLACE WINNER OF THE DUTCH FAIRY FANTASY DOLL AWARD 2005

PROUD TO BE FEATURED IN DOLL MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2005

 

PROUD TO BE FEATURED IN DOLL MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2004

 

GFD FEATURED ARTIST OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER 2005

FROUDIAN ARTIST OF THE MONTH 2003