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Studio Secrets with Leisa Clark
Welcome to Studio Secrets. Behind the Scenes with Regional Queensland Artists. The new series from Pop’d Art Hub, where artist Leisa Clark goes behind the scenes to learn about our regional artists’ journeys and studio secrets.
Making Your Own Opportunities: Converstaions with Leisa Clark
Riverplace Art Conversations
What happens when a graphic designer moves into fine art? Toowoomba artist Leisa Clark joins Riverplace Art Conversations to reflect on her transition from graphic design into a dedicated art practice. We explore overcoming obstacles, building confidence, and the practical strategies behind making your own opportunities in a competitive creative landscape. An honest and encouraging episode for anyone considering a shift into art — or seeking the courage to take the next step in any creative or business venture.
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Reclaiming the Creative Spirit – Leisa Clark
From Midwifery to Masterpieces: Toowoomba Artist Leisa Clark Shares her Journey of Resilience and Creative Reclamation
TOOWOOMBA, QLD – Regional artist and digital entrepreneur Leisa Clark is available for media comment on the topics of creative resilience, mid-life career transitions, and the vital role of the arts in regional Australian communities.
After abandoning her teenage dreams of artistry to pursue a career in Nursing and Midwifery, a series of life-altering challenges, including a debilitating back injury and a battle with depression, forced Clark to re-evaluate her path. Today, she has emerged as a prominent voice in the Toowoomba arts scene, blending traditional acrylic painting with cutting-edge digital expertise.
A Story of Two Halves
Clark’s journey is one of profound transformation. Having stepped away from the medical profession in her early 30s, she founded Retrohex in 2017, a successful graphic and web design agency. However, it was not until 2023 that she finally picked up the brush again, returning to the roots she had set aside twenty-five years earlier.
“I spent decades walking someone else’s path”, says Clark. “Returning to art was not just about painting; it was about reclaiming my own narrative”.
Expertise at the Intersection of Art and Technology
Beyond her evocative landscape and portrait work, Clark is a recognised expert in the digitisation of the regional arts economy. As the founder of Pop’d Hub, she is available to discuss:
- Creative Resilience: Overcoming personal and professional hurdles to pursue a passion.
- The Regional Arts Economy: How digital tools can bridge the gap for rural and regional creators.
- Career Pivots: Transitioning from essential services (Midwifery) to the creative industries.
- AI and the Artist: Leveraging modern technology while maintaining the human Soul of art.
About Leisa Clark
Leisa Clark is a Toowoomba-based acrylic artist whose work captures scenes of relief and reflection in an overwhelming world. Known for her use of vibrant colours and moody, resilient landscapes, she is a member of multiple regional artist groups and a regular participant in Queensland painting workshops. She is the founder of Retrohex and the visionary behind Pop’d Hub.
Leisa Clark | Artist and Founder
Phone: 0418 159 149
Email: support@popd.au
Website: leisaclark.com / retrohex.com.au / popd.au
High-resolution images of Leisa in her studio and samples of her recent work are available upon request