An accomplished Artist with a wealth of experience in art projects and cultural activation, a proven record of delivering innovative projects to engage diverse audiences. I’m an informer and creator with a focus on building relationships and delivering visual communication. I create partnerships with strong stakeholder engagement across community, business and government sectors.
From working with NGOs and First Nations communities to leading public engagement initiatives, I’ve developed a proven ability to foster relationships, manage complex projects, and turn ideas into measurable results. Whether it’s developing and delivering workshops, increasing stakeholder participation, securing funding, or crafting narratives that shift perspectives, my focus is always on delivering tangible outcomes.
With a background in communications, visual arts, and grant strategy, I bring a creative yet strategic approach to problem-solving. I thrive in fast-paced, impact-driven environments, where collaboration and innovation lead to real change.
Claire Letitia Reynolds has worked as an arts practitioner for over 15 years, developing her practice and learning to communicate not only her own stories but also the stories of others.
Arts grants:
2021, Regional Arts DevelopmentFunding Sunshine Coast (RADF)
2022, Arts Queensland QASP funding, and
2022, Creative Australia, Arts Funding Individuals
Education
2022 Graduate Diploma in VisualArts at Queensland College of Art, Griffith University, 2021.
2010 Certificate III in Project Management
1997 Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Media
Prizes
∆ 2024, Finalist, Brick LaneContemporary Artists exhibition, London, UK,
∆ 2024, Finalist Hornsby ReimagineSustainability Prize & exhibition,
∆ 2024, Finalist Canberra Contemporary PhotographicPrize & exhibition,
∆ 2023, Finalist Australian PhotographyAwards, published,
∆ 2023, Finalist Canberra ContemporaryPhotographic Prize & exhibition,
∆ 2023, Finalist Capture Awards, prize& exhibition, published,
∆ 2023, Highly Commended, International PhotographyAwards (IPA), published
∆ 2015, Finalist Head On PhotographyPrize & exhibition, public art across City of Sydney & Liverpool.
EXHIBITION RECORD
Reynolds,C (2024) Canberra Contemporary Photographic Prize exhibition
Reynolds, C (2024) Brutalism in The Bush, Brick Lane Gallery, East London,February-March 2024
Reynolds, C (2022-2023) WE ARE ONE, Harrow Art Gallery, Victoria, March 2023
Reynolds, C (2022-2023) WE ARE ONE, Centre For Contemporary Photography, ACT,Photo Access, January 2023.
Reynolds, C (2022-2023) WE ARE ONE, Lantana Gallery, Caloundra, October 2022
Reynolds, C (2020 – 2021) Changing Perceptions On Homelessness, CaloundraRegional Gallery, Reynolds, C Reynolds, C (2020 – 2021) Changing Perceptions OnHomelessness September 2022, Adderton Gallery, House of Heart and Mercy,Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, September 2021, Baringa Community Centre, April,Reynolds, C (2020 – 2021) Changing Perceptions On Homelessness 2021, CooroyButter Factory Arts Centre, September 2020,
Reynolds, C (2020 – 2021) Changing Perceptions On Homelessness Pop Up Gallery,Nambour, August 2020
Articles: Sheehan, Amy 2020 The 7.30 Report, ABC Nightly News, Homeless faces
Bartholomew, K (2020) ABC Online Sunshine Coast photography exhibitionchallenges images of Homelessness in Queensland
SunshineCoast Council (2020) The Hinterland Journal Photo exhibition to challengeviews during Homelessness week
Sanderson, Julie-Anne(2020) Challenging Perceptions PhotoExhibition
Reynolds, C (2014 - 2018) The Lonesome Cowboys. Online, 555 Gallery, Boston,MA, USA, 2018, Art Of Living Festival. Bundeena, NSW, Head On Photo Festival.Sydney.
Articles: Bawden, L (2014). Rough Riders. YokeMagazine. Sydney: Yoke Publications.
Mendoza, A (2016). This Photographer Wants To Change The Way The World Sees RodeoCowboys. Buzzfeed online.
O’Toole, K, (2016) Vulnerable Cowboys. Drive, ABC Radio Darwin.
Aedy, R (2011) Pure and Dirty on Life Matters , Lighton, H (2011) Vice USA – Bush
Reynolds, C (2016). Les Festivals De Lete. French PHOTO magazine. France: EPMA
Reynolds,C (2009).Magical Light. Louigi’s Gallery, Bondi, Sydney.
Reynolds,C (2006).Faces Castle Gallery. Notting Hill,London, England.
Reynolds,C (2002).Looking In. The Lounge, Surry Hills, Sydney.
GROUP RECORD
Reynolds, C (2024) Art In Mind Exhibition, Brick Lane Gallery, Shoreditch, East London, UK.
Reynolds, C (2023) Canberra Contemporary Photography Prize Exhibition, Centre For Contemporary Photography, ACT
Reynolds, C (2018). Doppelgänger. Gallery 555 Artsy online
Reynolds, C (2015) 2hrsnorth: All the suburbs of Newcastle II, Newcastle Museum, Newcastle.
Reynolds, C (2014) 2hrsnorth All the suburbs of Newcastle I, The Emporium, Renew Newcastle
Reynolds, C (2002) Red Instead. The Art House Gallery, Sydney.
Reynolds, C (1998) The Hired Hand. The Gallery, Surry Hills, Sydney.
Reynolds, C (1998) First Annual Photographic Assistants Exhibition. Photo Technica, Chippendale, Sydney.
PUBLIC ART
Reynolds, C, Cainero, L (2013). Cumulus and Love Learning Cloud, contracted through UNICEF for the World Education Games. Instalment locations: Darling Harbour, outdoors, and Sydney Technology Park, indoor.
Article: Bales,J. (2013).The Games and UNICEF provide a silver lining for kids Access; Vermont Vol. 27, Iss. 1, (Mar 2013): 30.
Reynolds C., Hall, C (2011). Pure and Dirty, TheNaked Auction. All artworks sold. District 9 Gallery, Darlinghurst, Sydney.
Solo installation. Reynolds, C (2012). He Was Always Watching, She NeverKnew. Room 143, Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour.
Article: Film Meets Art in Room 143 (2012). Arts Hub http://www.clairereynolds.com/cockatoo
PUBLISHEDBOOKS
2015 – Newcastle 2HrsNorth Limitededition zine, Hamilton, 2HrsNorth Limited edition zine, February
2014 - Wallsend 2HrsNorth Limitededition zine
2011 - Pure And Dirty Art book, Reynolds and Hall, December. 100 print run, 124full colour.
PERFORMANCE
Reynolds C., Hall C (2011). Pure And Dirty: On The Road. Curated by Tracey Moffatt, AO, for private audience.
Reynolds, C (2012).The Ministry Of Clouds Minister for Silver Linings. The Russian Rock and RollCircus, Bondi Beach.