“This painting expresses a haptic presence and a fractured, digitized feeling. I aim to express a sense of discombobulation while being connected in the digital sphere.”
— Clarisse Abelarde
About the artist
Clarisse Abelarde
American
Clarisse Abelarde received a BFA in drawing and painting at CSU Long Beach and four associate degrees in General Arts, Liberal Arts, Studio Art, and Art History at Los Angeles City College. Abelarde recently completed the Quinn-Emanuel artist-in-residence in 2023 and is the founder, director, and project manager for Nous-Ance Projects, an online platform for artist interviews, blogs, and annual exhibitions in Los Angeles. Her work has been featured in publications such as Hyperallergic, Primary Magazine, and The City of LA Department of Cultural Affairs Calendar and Cultural Guide. Abelarde’s paintings have been shown in galleries such as Superchief Gallery, Residency Art Gallery, Stay Gallery, and much more. As she develops her more recent work, Abelarde’s paintings echo the visceral impact of the abstract expressionist movement, emphasizing paint physicality and raw emotion. Combining the techniques and skills she has accumulated throughout the years, she sees a balance between chaos and structure. Abelarde lives and works in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles amid the hustle and bustle of city life, which serves as her inspiration daily.
