Painting the Comedians
Celebrating the lives and work of female comedians, comic authors and funny women
Jenny Eclair
‘Painting the Comedians’ is a collection of portraits of some 20 contemporary female comedians, comic writers and funny women who have changed the social landscape using their own unique brands of humour. Clae sees it as a legacy project, documenting a time in our social history where women are increasingly heard through writing and performance, bringing fresh insights to contemporary life.
Jenny Eclair 2024
Jenny Eclair
Initial meeting and sketches
At its core, the collection celebrate individuals whose achievements and influence have sparked transformative change in our social history. Each piece highlights these women showcasing their impact on culture, society, and progress. Through art, these works honour the trailblazers whose actions and legacies continue to inspire future generations, offering a poignant reminder of the profound influence individuals can have on the course of history.
First stages painting Zoe Lyons 2024
Zoe Lyons
The making of Zoe Lyons is in process. The video clip shows the initial sessions.
Zoe Lyons
Zoe Lyons 2025
I believe it to be an important moment in time to document the voices of these funny, courageous women who, spanning several decades and generations, have cleverly navigated through often tough, controversial topics, managing to convey fresh perspectives with great skill to entertain, educate and often inspire hugely diverse audiences.