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Newcastle-based artist Clare O'Hara is known for her colourful and vibrant abstract artwork.

A bold colourist, she is passionate about being creative and sharing her artistic flair to brighten people's everyday lives.

06/09/2026

Day 4
Today is Father’s Day, and I’ve literally just arrived home from Sydney after spending time with my Dad. ❤️

I’m incredibly lucky to have a beautiful father who has always been such a wonderful role model in my life. His unwavering love for his family, incredible strength, persistence and strong work ethic have all been instilled in me — and in each of us seven children.

I’ve been on a bit of a streak painting Sydney-inspired scenes lately, so it felt fitting to create one more Sydney piece today before I move on to exploring a new subject.

The result is this colour-splattered abstract, painted on a wooden palette and inspired by the energy and colour of Sydney.

Created using gouache paint, I’ve had so much fun playing with different brushes, techniques and plenty of happy accidents along the way.

A little Sydney love, painted on Father’s Day. 💙

Today I have 7265 followers so I will be selling this artwork (based on 5c per follower) which means this original can be snapped up for $363.25

How it works?
The first person who comments ‘SOLD’ on this post will be the lucky person to lock in this slice of original art made by my bare hands and imagination (no Ai).
Size: 30cm long x 20cm wide
Material: Gouache paint on wooden 🎨 palette.

I will be posting a fresh piece of original art each day for 100 days challenging me to stay productive and share my colourful art with the 🌍 .

To purchase this or any upcoming pieces, be the first person to comment ‘SOLD!’ On my insta post. If the sale falls through it will go to the 2nd person that comments SOLD and so on. Follow along to get your hands on one and with followers slowly increasing then the prices will only be going up. 😉

Delayed Delivery
All 100 original pieces will be on show in my upcoming Art Exhibit ‘LOVE’ - Opening Night
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026 The Owens Collective.
The exhibit runs for 3 weeks and all pieces will be posted out after the conclusion of the exhibit (just in the Nick of time for Christmas Delivery)
🎁 🎅 🎄

03/09/2026

Day 1

02/08/2026

‘Blissful’
A piece years in the making, Blissful began its life back in 2020—holding within it the quiet evolution of my journey as an artist. Revisiting these canvases, I was struck by how much had changed. Rather than erase what once was, I chose to honour it—leaving traces of the original works beneath the surface. Fleeting dots and markings softly emerge through the layers, a subtle reminder of growth, persistence, and transformation.

Built up through rich, textural layers, this work weaves together decoupage, tinted translucency, and luminous gold foiling. Light dances across the surface, revealing depth, movement, and a sense of calm energy—an invitation to pause and feel.

Bold in scale and presence, Blissful is a striking depth of colours (180cm x 122cm each), designed to be hung either vertically or horizontally. Strung both ways and ready to hang, it offers versatility while making a powerful statement in any space.

A celebration of evolution, intuition, and beauty found in becoming.

Framed in Oak.

17/07/2026

olside mural that holds such a special place in my heart. Every afternoon we’re visited by kookaburras, and they became the inspiration behind the mural.

As excited as we are for our next chapter, it’s hard to say goodbye to a home that’s given us so many beautiful memories. Even harder is saying goodbye to the incredible neighbours and lifelong friends we’ve been so lucky to have.

If you’re looking for a stunning family home just five minutes from Merewether Beach, backing directly onto Merewether Golf Course, we’d love for you to come and take a look.

Get in touch with Lyndall Allan and the amazing team at Salt Property Newcastle—they’ll take great care of you.

Here’s to new beginnings, while always being grateful for the memories we’ve made here. 🤍

25/05/2026

This is one of my all-time favourite pieces called ‘Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum’.
This SOLD at my opening night of my last exhibition (gotta be quick)
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29/04/2026

‘Blissful’

A piece years in the making, Blissful began its life back in 2020—holding within it the quiet evolution of my journey as an artist. Revisiting these canvases, I was struck by how much had changed. Rather than erase what once was, I chose to honour it—leaving traces of the original works beneath the surface. Fleeting dots and markings softly emerge through the layers, a subtle reminder of growth, persistence, and transformation.

Built up through rich, textural layers, this work weaves together decoupage, tinted translucency, and luminous gold foiling. Light dances across the surface, revealing depth, movement, and a sense of calm energy—an invitation to pause and feel.

Bold in scale and presence, Blissful is a striking depth of colours (180cm x 122cm each), designed to be hung either vertically or horizontally. Strung both ways and ready to hang, it offers versatility while making a powerful statement in any space.

A celebration of evolution, intuition, and beauty found in becoming.

Framed in Oak.

21/04/2026

Say hello to ‘DRIFT’.

There are seasons in life where you don’t feel anchored — where you ‘drift.’ Motherhood is often a quiet drift — a giving of self, a soft reshaping of identity, moments where direction blurs beneath the needs of others. Yet within that drift lies something powerful.

This piece reflects the ebb and flow of a mother’s journey — the messy, beautiful layers of life. The drips and textured passages speak to the harder days, the unseen sacrifices, while soft peach tones hold the warmth, love and tenderness that define it all. My signature gold gilding shimmers throughout, capturing life’s highlights — those fleeting, magical moments that give everything meaning.

A tribute to the mothers who give, grow, and find themselves again within it all.

A special tribute to my own Mum Maree, who sadly passed last year. This is my first Mother’s Day without her, and I feel that absence deeply. But alongside it sits immense gratitude — for her endless love, her gentle but constant encouragement to follow what I love, and for shaping me into the woman and mother I am today.

Medium: Acrylic, impasto, oil, gold gilding and resin glazed. Shadow box framed in oak.
Artwork Canvas Size: 90cm x 90cm
Framed Size: 94cm x 94cm

This artwork has been donated to my sons school .huntershill upcoming Mother’s Day luncheon. The piece is up for auction with all proceeds being donated to the ‘Boys from the Bush.’
I will share the link to bid once the piece goes live.

17/04/2026

A little birdy told me… 👀🐦
A fresh duo has just landed on my website ✨

Packed with personality, colour + charm — these two won’t stick around for long.

Be quick before they fly to their new home ✨

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21 Lockyer Street
Newcastle, NSW
2291

Telephone

+61401961111

Website

http://www.clareohara.com.au/

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