Who We Are

Everyone’s journey looks different, and ours has been a winding one, full of unexpected turns before circling back to the things we love most: art, family, and creativity.

I’m Carl Wilson, an artist and illustrator from Taylorsville, Kentucky. I picked up a pencil at age four and never really put it down. Growing up in the 70s and 80s, I was captivated by superheroes, monsters, cartoons, and science fiction, but also grew into a lifelong love for animals (especially our spoiled rescue dogs, Olive & Otis). Those influences still show in my work today.

Though I’m self-taught, I’ve dedicated myself to growing as an artist, exploring graphite, pen & ink, and oil paints. Graphite was my first love, but ink taught me boldness, and oil paint gave me depth. Together, they’ve become the perfect toolkit for bringing everything from lifelike pet portraits to classic horror scenes to life.

I wouldn’t be here without my wife, Sarah, who has been my constant encourager and sounding board. She’s the reason I returned to art with fresh determination, and she continues to be the quiet strength behind every piece I create.

Art, to me, is about connection. Whether it’s a portrait that makes someone smile, a wildlife piece that sparks awe, or a horror print that chills in the best way, my goal is always the same: to create something meaningful that lingers with you.

Thank you for visiting our corner of the world. We hope you find something here that inspires, surprises, or simply makes your day a little brighter.

— Carl & Sarah