Caroline Clark's artwork reflects her vibrant personality and dynamic approach to life. Bold, colorful and magnetic, her pieces bring energy and warmth to any space they inhabit, evoking a sense of nostalgia for beautiful places and times. Each piece is accessible, exciting and, above all, captivating.
Clark’s journey into the art world wasn't a typical one. First and foremost, her parents actually encouraged her to study fine art. Granted, this stemmed from a belief that she could make a lot of money by painting oil portraits of rich people’s children (which held no interest for her). Although she filled up many sketchbooks growing up, she decided she would study music business in college. But by the time her senior year at Middle Tennessee State University rolled around, she said she realized that “I would rather chew off my arm than work in the music industry.” Although she completed her degree, she wanted nothing to do with the music business, mostly because she saw how harsh the industry could be in its treatment of people.
The music industry’s loss was our gain.
From Logos to Landscapes
Clark has carved out a distinct and meaningful niche in the art world.
Her journey into the realm of design began in New Mexico, where she and her husband moved for a job in his field. It was in Las Cruces that she honed her skills in digital art and graphic design using Adobe Illustrator, initially making logos for local businesses. It wasn’t long before she began experimenting with landscape art, blending multiple reference photos and employing a halftone technique—often used in old newspapers—to give her pieces a vintage, unique feel. Despite her love of drawing, Clark had never envisioned herself as a landscape artist. Yet, a few years ago, she discovered a passion for creating landscapes that would later become the centerpiece of her growing artistic identity.
"They're so fun to make," she says, a sentiment that perfectly captures the energy she pours into her work and the delight she takes in the process of creating.
Drawing inspiration from early 20th-century metal etchings and engravings and the work of artists like Phyllis Shaefer and Gustave Baumann, Clark’s landscapes carry a sense of history while remaining fresh and relevant.
Clark’s art is more than just a visual feast. In a time when the environment is under constant threat, Clark’s pieces offer hope, color and a sense of urgency to protect the places we love.
Growing Influence
Though she’s only been creating landscape art for seven years, Caroline Clark has already made a name for herself. Her work is now available in more than 150 boutiques across the country, and her striking designs have garnered attention nationwide. She has created tour posters and merchandise designs for bands like Nathaniel Rateliff & the Nightsweats, Gregory Alan Isakov, Caamp, Watchhouse, The Revivalists, The Paper Kites, Kitchen Dwellers, Disco Biscuits and STRFKR. Clark has also designed for apparel brands like Parks Project, Lucy & Yak, Smith Optics and Howler Brothers.
This year, she was selected to create the official artwork for the Telluride Mountainfilm Festival, taking place May 22-26, a testament to her growing influence. You can find her art in local shops such as Hapke’s Hortum, Surface Gallery and Mountain Standard Goods.
Clark envisions her upcoming work leaning into deeper religious themes. As her journey continues, one thing is certain—she’s just getting started, and the best is yet to come.
Website: https://www.longloststudio.co/
Instagram: @CarolineClark_Design