I'M CAROLYN BOWLES.
Oh hey, friend!
artist statement
I see the world as a dreamy place brimming with color and light. I translate this joyful optimism into abstract art with happy colors, organic shapes, confetti paint splatters, and playful movement.
To know my work, is to know me. In turn, I love the unspoken conversation that takes place between the artist and collector as an art piece translates from my story into another's story. This is where the true magic happens.
A CINCINNATI ABSTRACT ARTIST CREATING HAPPY ART FOR THE MODERN HOME + LIFE.
Growing up, my parents saw how much I loved to create. At an early age they signed me up for painting classes in an artist's home once a week. Over my years there I learned so much about color mixing, layering, composition, and technique. Plus, it was just super cool to be able to paint all the time! This was the start of my creative journey.
Fast forward to my career first as an ad agency writer then as a professional photographer with my own studio and now as an abstract artist. Creating has been and will always remain at the heart of all I do!
my love for acrylics started
IN THE 1980's.
CAROLYN
Travel is my love language. There's nothing better than traveling the globe with your people. Favorite spots are NYC, Paris, Hawaii, and Disney!
NEVER NOT TRAVELING
Give me tacos with a side of guac and I'm a happy girl! Is there anything tastier? It's an easy way to bring everyone around the table.
LOVE TACO NIGHT
I wore a purple pair in middle school and today can be seen wearing their signature black and white checkered ones. Vans are the coolest!
signature VANS SHOES
One of my favorite things to do is linger in coffee shops. Whether at home or traveling, I love grabbing coffee and hanging with locals.
OBSESSED WITH COFFEE
My faves!
Like the Insta-famous blush pink Parisian cafe, a pop of this hue always seems to show up in my abstract art.
pop of blush pink
Coco Chanel was a true fashion icon. My signature scent is her Coco Mademoiselle. I'm often asked about my perfume. It brings a little luxury to my everyday.
CHANEL PERFUMe
Bring on all the pixie dust, Dole Whips, fast passes, Mickey Bars, and cue It's A Small World music. Dreams do come true in the happiest place on earth!
dreams do come true
A box of macarons is the way to my heart! So pretty and delicious! Rose and pistachio are favorite flavors. Love treating myself when I pass a shop.
J'ADORE MACARONS
send!
Think we'd be besties in real life?! IYKYK, right?! Simply drop me a note to inquire about a collaboration, share an idea, inquire about a commission, ask a question, or just say hi!
I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!
carolyn@carolynbowles.com
You can expect to hear back from me within 48 hours. I look forward to connecting with you!
xoxo, Carolyn
