About ME

Hi, I am Clara Flores, I go by clearflowers.  It is the literal translation of my name, I have been using this name/brand for over a decade.

I am a creative based in Brooklyn, NY, where I have been living since 2010. I was at Rasputin Music during 2000-2010 and filled many roles over that period. My favorite perk was to get advanced promos to review for the store magazine, The Manifesto, which we used to promote albums through CD & DVD reviews, interviews, and concert reviews.

I grew up in Guadalajara Mexico, then immigrated to Southern California during the late 80s where most of my mom's family was living in. I have a BA in Philosphy from University of California, Berkeley. I was employed full-time while working towards my degree, and it taught me a lot of skills like time management, prioritizing different projects and responsibilities.

I rose through the ranks from working in the international music department to being the flagship store manager, I did it all! I enjoyed my time there as the buyer of Latin subgenres like rock en español, Latin pop, reggaeton, and regional Mexican music. The Goth/Industrial & Experimental sections were also my purview.

In 2010 I moved to New York City and have worked a wide array of jobs from catering, bartending, real estate, even managing a luxury gift shop in the Upper West Side of Manhattan for a couple years. Since 2012 I have been focusing on pursuing my personal creative abilities as a freelancer and independent contractor utilizing my skills and abilities. Below is a small offering of what I am capable of--

• Providing translating/interpreting services (Spanish/English.) 
• Brooklyn Puppy Couture: making custom one-of-a-kind pieces for dogs. I have taken my skills in design and sewing to make clothes for dogs that fit them--just like we are one of a kind so are our furry friends! I enjoy creating pieces that are personalized and reflect the personality of each pet!
• Discogs taking the knowledge of my decade at the record shop and selling all the collectible vinyl I gathered through my time as a collector. It is now closed as I like the albums I am left with, but my reviews as a seller are still there.

I am also a writer, working on a couple of novels, and music reviews here.  

Please feel free to contact me with any inquiries or questions: clearflowersco@gmail.com