The Carlsen Studio Journal
Stories from the Coast
Pacific Northwest Home Decor That Actually Comes From the Pacific Northwest
Most Pacific Northwest home decor is made by people who've never been here. Ours isn't. Here's what it actually looks like to decorate with art from artists who live on the Oregon Coast.
What Oregon Coast Photography Actually Looks Like When You Live There
Jake Carlsen photographs the Oregon Coast not as a visitor but as a resident — capturing Silver Falls, Boardman State Park, and Newport's Nye Beach in all their moods.
How to Frame and Care for Your Art Prints
You've found a piece of art that stopped you mid-scroll. Maybe it's a grey whale catching the last of the evening light, or a cluster of indigo shells that reminded you of a beach walk you never want to forget. Now it's on its way to you — and you want to give it a good home.
We've answered a lot of questions over the years about framing, hanging, and caring for our work. This is everything we know, all in one place.
Why Playful Art Belongs in Grown-Up Spaces
Playful coastal animal art isn’t just for kids’ rooms. Christina Carlsen’s whimsical paintings bring charm and personality to grown-up spaces — especially for those who love the Oregon Coast and a little humor in their home.