High School, Drawing (14x17")
This 17x14" (43x36 cm) marker-on-paper self-portrait is part of a profound series of three drawings that capture Clara Woods’ journey through middle school, high school, and her experiences with teachers. Each piece is a window into her unique story, filled with challenges, growth, and resilience.
High school marked a time of immense transformation for Clara. It was during these years that her family made the life-changing move from Italy to California. Amid the excitement of a new chapter, Clara also faced heartbreak, losing her beloved grandfather in a traumatic way. Enrolling in a school for people with disabilities brought both hope and frustration. While the school promised inclusion and interaction with the broader high school community, the reality didn’t match the expectations.
Clara found herself in a dual world—at home, her family encouraged her to dream big, change the world, and create a bright future. At school, the message was often to accept her limitations and focus on survival. It was a time of mixed emotions, where she cherished the love and care she received from peers and teachers but yearned for higher expectations and more meaningful opportunities.
This artwork is not just a portrait; it’s a story of resilience and the determination to rise above limitations. It serves as a reminder that growth often comes from the toughest challenges.
Investing in Clara’s art means more than starting or expanding your art collection. You’re supporting a small business, standing with the Inclusion Matters Movement, and owning a one-of-a-kind piece from an emergent artist who transforms her personal journey into powerful art.
Bring this piece of transformation and hope into your collection today!
CW0970-2024
17x14" (43x36 cm
The frame is not included.
All the original works are accompanied by the Certificate of Authenticity which contains all the info of the work, serial number, photo, and the respective signatures.
Why could you invest in Clara's art?
Clara started her career inspired by Frida Kahlo in 2018, at just 12 years old. Since then, Clara has had remarkable success in her journey. Clara had more than 30 exhibitions on three continents (Europe, America, and Asia), sold more than 800 original artworks worldwide, and obtained an American visa as an extraordinary talent.
Clara's art and life served as inspiration for the book "Voce su tela" published by KM Edizioni in Italy, the video book "The incredible, unbelievable and unstoppable Clara" published by The Brilliant Kid App in the United States, and the TV series "Estraordinariamente normali" produced by the Italian channel TV 2000.
Clara was featured in important magazines and newspapers such as Forbes, Grazia, Marie Claire, FAD, and Arts of Life. Clara also worked with the legend of contemporary art and fashion, Virgil Abloh. Last but not least Louis Vuitton group hosted Clara's exhibition in Art Basel Miami in 2021 to celebrate the international day of people with disabilities.
Clara's artworks prices raised 645% in 4 years.
Clara owns the company Clara Woods LLC together with her mom Betina. Clara's family is raising the brand Clara Woods Collection to build a future with and for Clara.
Clara Woods Collection talks about diversity, inclusion, and equality. Clara's art speaks of the hope of chasing a dream and the beauty of risking everything to pursue something unconventional. It speaks of love and resilience.
Clara Woods brief history: Clara had a perinatal stroke and massive brain damage. Doctors didn't expect any evolution in Clara's life. Clara can understand three languages (Portuguese, English, and Italian), but she can not speak, write or read. Art is one of the ways she communicates, and it is where she can be 100% herself. To know more go to the About Me page or google Clara Woods.
How to install the artwork on the wall when it arrives?
In most cases, when Clara paints on canvas, she also paints the borders, so it is not necessary to frame the painting. The boards are part of the artwork. To hang it on the wall, you can easily follow a youtube tutorial that teaches in shorts steps how to do it.
What are places in my house best suited to place it?
It is a very personal decision, and it depends on your taste. But we advise you to hang it in a place that you can see and live it every day. Clara's paintings bring joy to your life and can flourish emotions you never imagined.
How do you need to handle your painting?
Clara's artworks have a layer of UV acrylic translucent paint. You can wipe off dust with a humid toil.
Returns
If you don't like your painting or it does not fit well on your wall, you can return it within ten days of the date you received it at your home.
Shipment:
Preparation time for the shipment of the original works: 1 week
Average time for shipping to the United States with courier: 1 week
Average time for shipping to Europe with courier and customs clearance: 7-15 days
Any additional costs, charges, taxes, and duties that a country outside of the United States may apply, for any reason, to the products purchased are the responsibility of the Consumer.
