Clare Schmehl is a San Francisco-based mixed media artist whose work captures the pulse of urban life with a gritty, nostalgic flair. Drawing inspiration from city walls, vintage ephemera, and everyday materials, her layered collages evoke a sense of history and human connection. Schmehl’s pieces often challenge societal expectations and celebrate individual resilience, blending elements from magazines, billboard posters, and found papers to explore themes of identity, love, and self-expression. Whether framing a still life with neon accents or juxtaposing bold graffiti with classical motifs, Schmehl’s art is a visual dialogue between the past and present, creating textured narratives that resonate with both playful charm and poignant introspection. Each piece is meticulously crafted, using torn fragments and hand-printed paper to build compositions that embody the dynamic beauty of the urban landscape and invite viewers to see the world through a fresh lens.

LOCATION:
San Francisco, CA