NMWA Letter In January of 2000, Clarissa and Vanessa wanted to study all collaborating mother and daughter artist teams like themselves. They contacted the National Museum of Woman Artists, Washington, D.C., to inquire the process to study them. This letter is the result in their inquiry. Our Artist's Statement California State Fair Letter for Clarissa Clarissa wins entrance to California State Fair with "Watch Battery Sculptures." California State Fair Score for Vanessa Vanessa's Score for "Less Than 24" the she literally painted in less than 24 hours, age 11. Vanessa was the top junior artist for 10-13 age group.