Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Caroline Clark. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Caroline, thank you for being such a positive, uplifting person. We’ve noticed that so many of the successful folks we’ve had the good fortune of connecting with have high levels of optimism and so we’d love to hear about your optimism and where you think it comes from.
My optimism is rooted not in an unrealistically rosy view of the world, but rather in the belief that there is always the possibility for things to be better. Growing up, my mother could find a solution or do anything because she always trusted in her ability to figure things out, and she instilled that belief in my sister and me. Problems became opportunities for innovation and experimentation, and I am incredibly grateful to her for fostering in me this belief that my creativity and resilience can carry me through any situation.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I’m a ceramic artist who creates joyful and unexpected functional ceramics in my studio deep in the woods of South Carolina. I spent twelve years as a Spanish educator before becoming a ceramicist and sculptor. Largely self-taught, I’ve developed my own processes and techniques. Drawing inspiration from intricate systems of coral reefs and forest mycelium networks, I create joyfully detailed functional ceramics that foster a sense of playful wonder in everyday objects. With an emphasis on detail, growth, and movement, my creations are primarily functional and meant to be held and used.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Curiosity, resilience, and kindness have been the most impactful qualities for me. All of these come back to being willing to try new things, to be uncomfortable, and to fail many times. Make a piece of art that may not work out, reach out to someone with an offer of help, and try again even if you’re scared to fail.
What is the number one obstacle or challenge you are currently facing and what are you doing to try to resolve or overcome this challenge?
Like most people, finding time to create amidst the whirlwind of other obligations and responsibilities is my biggest challenge. I was trying to do everything at the highest level, and feeling like a failure when I inevitably couldn’t keep up. The quality of my work suffered as I rushed pieces, and I knew that I had to change my habits and expectations. I’m now focused on creating fewer pieces that are higher quality, giving myself time to allow the work to unfold and evolve.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.revisioniststudio.art
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/revisioniststudio
