(b. 1947, California)
Maureen Clay is a multidisciplinary artist known for her richly textured paintings and vibrant textile works. A longtime studio member at Creative Growth since 1991, Clay uses thick impasto brushwork to build up layers of color, transforming her canvases into dynamic, abstract compositions. While her work often reads as abstract, Clay describes her imagery as expressive distortions of fish, birds, and food. Her paintings evoke multiple interpretations—ranging from deep seascapes to starry skies or microscopic worlds. In addition to painting, Clay creates elaborate textile pieces, embellishing garments with pompoms, sequins, and dense threads, mirroring the tactile intensity of her painted work.
