Videomaker, writer, performance artist, musician/singer, painter, photographer, and filmmaker.
Clare Ann Matz was born in New York City and has lived and worked in Italy since the early 80s.
This website is a showcase of some of the numerous projects and collaborations in different media and styles, and the most recent productions to date that Clare Ann Matz has created. From photographs to video art, from Russian icons to dance Theatre, from poetry to historical novels, from journalism to music productions and music videos. Explore the array of creative languages this polymath performer has worked with across continents and across decades.
Clare Ann Matz was born in New York City and has lived and worked in Italy since the early 80s.
This website is a showcase of some of the numerous projects and collaborations in different media and styles, and the most recent productions to date that Clare Ann Matz has created. From photographs to video art, from Russian icons to dance Theatre, from poetry to historical novels, from journalism to music productions and music videos. Explore the array of creative languages this polymath performer has worked with across continents and across decades.
New photographic series -Tempus fugit (Time flies) Hamad Airport - Doha Qatar
INPUT_OUPUT - a regenerative video dome project VM23 exhibit in Venice, Italy - 2023
A public space installation inspired by the American Indian sweat lodges, low profile huts, typically dome shaped where purification ceremonies are performed; as well as by the many basilica domes in Venice, Italy where artists Clare Ann Matz and Valentina Reolon grew up.
The INPUT_OUTPUT dome wants to be a regenerative experience for the visitors, infusing their minds , body and souls with visions, sounds, smells and poetic lyrics.
Presented at the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice for VM23 (Venice Masked) from September 30 to November 26
Soon on exhibit at the "Magazzini del Sale" Le Zattere, Dorsoduro, Venice Italy
For: www.venicemasked.org
The INPUT_OUTPUT dome wants to be a regenerative experience for the visitors, infusing their minds , body and souls with visions, sounds, smells and poetic lyrics.
Presented at the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice for VM23 (Venice Masked) from September 30 to November 26
Soon on exhibit at the "Magazzini del Sale" Le Zattere, Dorsoduro, Venice Italy
For: www.venicemasked.org
3D rendering by Giuseppe Piccolo
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3D rendering by Giuseppe Piccolo
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THE BOOK - published 26/12/2023 on KOBO for the 19th anniversary of the 2004 tsunami in South-East Asia.
"THE BOOK" is a compelling non-fiction narrative that unfolds through the unique perspective of a book itself. Told through the art of "bookcrossing," where a book is left for others to find, read, and pass along, this particular book embarks on an extraordinary journey that becomes intertwined with the lives of tourists in Thailand during the catastrophic 2004 tsunami.
As the book changes hands from one traveler to another, it becomes a silent witness to the diverse experiences of those who come across its pages. The story is set against the picturesque backdrop of a seaside resort in Thailand, where the book finds itself in the midst of vacationers seeking solace, adventure, and self-discovery.
When the devastating tsunami strikes, the book remains a constant, bearing witness to the chaos and heartbreak that ensue. It becomes a vessel for the untold stories of the people at the resort, capturing their struggles, resilience, and the profound impact of the natural disaster on their lives.
Through the various perspectives of the travelers, the book reveals the human spirit's strength and the bonds formed in the face of adversity. It explores themes of survival, loss, and the power of solidarity as the characters navigate the aftermath of the disaster.
"THE BOOK" not only documents the immediate impact of the tsunami but also delves into the lives of those who survived, illustrating how the shared experience shapes their futures. The book's journey, from one set of hands to another, serves as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of humanity and the shared stories that bind us together.
This gripping and emotional account provides a nuanced portrayal of the 2004 tsunami, shedding light on both the fragility of life and the resilience of the human spirit. Through the lens of a traveling book, readers gain a unique and intimate perspective on one of the most tragic natural disasters in recent history.
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE COPY in PDF or AUDIOBOOK CLICKING HERE
As the book changes hands from one traveler to another, it becomes a silent witness to the diverse experiences of those who come across its pages. The story is set against the picturesque backdrop of a seaside resort in Thailand, where the book finds itself in the midst of vacationers seeking solace, adventure, and self-discovery.
When the devastating tsunami strikes, the book remains a constant, bearing witness to the chaos and heartbreak that ensue. It becomes a vessel for the untold stories of the people at the resort, capturing their struggles, resilience, and the profound impact of the natural disaster on their lives.
Through the various perspectives of the travelers, the book reveals the human spirit's strength and the bonds formed in the face of adversity. It explores themes of survival, loss, and the power of solidarity as the characters navigate the aftermath of the disaster.
"THE BOOK" not only documents the immediate impact of the tsunami but also delves into the lives of those who survived, illustrating how the shared experience shapes their futures. The book's journey, from one set of hands to another, serves as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of humanity and the shared stories that bind us together.
This gripping and emotional account provides a nuanced portrayal of the 2004 tsunami, shedding light on both the fragility of life and the resilience of the human spirit. Through the lens of a traveling book, readers gain a unique and intimate perspective on one of the most tragic natural disasters in recent history.
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE COPY in PDF or AUDIOBOOK CLICKING HERE
MUSIC VIDEOS - NEW MUSIC VIDEOS UPLOADED RECENTLY!
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Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
This version of Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, is produced by Fabrizio Federighi for his collection of Beatles songs "With a little help from my friends". A collection which includes cover versions recorded between the 1970s and 2023 with many artists and friends that worked at Fabrizio's many studios. This is one of my favorite Beatles songs, and I was honored when asked to sing the voice and make the video. Produced in 2023 by DSide records Video by MavMix productions |
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PIXPOEMS & MavMix productions
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POETRY & READINGSHere is a collection of celebrities including
Ralf Zotigh, Wim Wenders, Dave Stewart, Billy Preston, Ian Astbury, Dario Fò, Robbie Robertson, Allen Ginsberg, and Solveigh Domartain reading Walt Whitman, William Blake, Dylan Thomas, André Breton, Allen Ginsberg. There are also some experiments I call "Pix Poems" musical video art, including the latest triptych "Viaggi Alchemici" photographs by Linda Vukaj, poetry by Monica Borettini and my soundscapes. Reciting voices Monica Borettini & Clare Ann Matz. |
GALLERY SPACE - photographs, paintings, sculptures, icons, collages
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This is where you can view my photography.
Original oil and acrylic paintings, sculptures and multimedia artwork. Handmade replicas of Russian Icons done with egg tempera colour and 18 carat gold leaf.
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Photographs
Art from the past
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VIDEO & PERFORMANCE ART
Works of Video Art and Performance Art done
between the early 80s and the 90s and 2000s include
music-videos, art installations, video-poetry
and performances which have been shown in galleries,
festivals in Europe and the USA and on the world wide web.
Television shows BlueNight, pan- European T.V. program
NEW REMASTERED VIDEOS UPLOADED RECENTLY!!
Between 1989 and 1995 I worked with VideoMusic. During the early '90s a daily show named BlueNight was produced in English for SuperChannel a pan-European T.V. which aired it throughout Europe. A Russian fan has published some excerpts on You-Tube, and I have included them on this page to delight the nostalgics of that period! NEW VIDEOS!!
BIO
Clare Ann Matz
Journalist , writer, performance artist, musician, painter and film director Clare Ann Matz was born in New York City and has lived and worked in Italy since the early 80s. She hosted television programs for VideoMusic Italy and SuperChanel London from 1989 to 1995, she presented the 1989 Festival di San Remo for RAI 1 International and directed in 2000-2002 programs for Italia 1 and Canale 5....
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Journalist , writer, performance artist, musician, painter and film director Clare Ann Matz was born in New York City and has lived and worked in Italy since the early 80s. She hosted television programs for VideoMusic Italy and SuperChanel London from 1989 to 1995, she presented the 1989 Festival di San Remo for RAI 1 International and directed in 2000-2002 programs for Italia 1 and Canale 5....
Click on image to see C/V- Resumè
