Paying my (artist) dues
It is hard to imagine
That the price is so high
Many will not even try to
Take their chance
Regrets of forsaken lovers
That never knew their time
Loss attempts to kill
Dreams did not arrive
Do I dare?
Pay the price
Bleed until dry
There is no other life
The pain provides
Another chapter is written
Discoveries are made
As flowers blossom
~ Camille
“Paying my (artist) dues” is a vow written in bruises — a poem about the cost of making, the fear of trying, and the way pain can become the passage to discovery.
Printed in vibrant red ink on earthy oatmeal-toned recycled paper, this piece holds the raw honesty of creative devotion — a reminder that the price can be high, but chapters are written, and something still blossoms.
Print Details
Ink: Vibrant red — a striking contrast against the oatmeal-toned background
Paper: A5 earthy recycled paper, acid-free and eco-friendly
Size: A5 (148mm x 210mm) — ideal for framing, pinning, or gifting
Weight: 209gsm — sturdy with a premium feel
Finish: Professionally printed with archival-grade inks for long-lasting colour and clarity
Signature: Hand-signed and dated by Camille on the reverse of every print
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Styling Notes
This A5 print fits standard A5 frames and also works beautifully matted for a more gallery-style presentation. A meaningful gift for poetry lovers, creatives, and thoughtful interiors.
About the Artist
Camille Delaquise is an Australian poet, abstract artist, and musician creating work that speaks to the emotional depth of everyday life. Her poetry, art, and music are united by a distinctive voice — reflective, intuitive, and deeply human — with themes of connection, transformation, vulnerability, and inner strength running throughout. Each piece is part of a wider creative practice built on honesty, beauty, and expression, offering collectors something more than decoration: work with presence, meaning, and lasting emotional resonance. For those looking to buy art or poetry that feels personal, contemporary, and genuinely original, Camille Delaquise’s work offers a compelling and collectible voice in Australian creative culture.
