Artist
Paula Claire
Paula Claire is a sound poetry artist from the UK, blending female voices and audience participation in her vibrant auditory works.
About
Paula Claire operates within the resonant crossroads of sound and visual poetry, where her work unfolds with a vibrancy akin to an auditory kaleidoscope. As part of the British Poetry Revival and a member of the innovative collective Konkrete Canticle, Claire’s contributions reverberate through the liminal spaces of voice and text. Her practice, a process-driven exploration, often incorporates audience participation, transforming listeners into co-creators. Releases such as "SteppingStones" (1990) on Underwhich Audiographics reveal her sculptural approach to sound, with each piece a carefully etched fragment in the continuum of auditory experimentation. The 1970s through the 1990s saw Claire engaging in a series of interdisciplinary projects, often collaborating with fellow poet Bob Cobbing. Her work with Writers Forum, including "Soundword" (1972) and "Silverbirchmorse" (1979), showcases her affinity for concrete poetry—where text and sound intersect, creating a visual symphony. Her solo magnum opus "My Sound and Visual Poetry" (1998) stands as a fractal testament to her enduring influence, encapsulating her international exhibitions and performances.
