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In this episode of Dialogue Out Loud, Dialogue Art Editor Margaret Olsen Hemming sits down with Carrie Ellen Carlisle, the cover artist for the Winter 2024 issue of Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought. They discuss Carlisle’s artistic journey, her unique style, and how her work celebrates the beauty of everyday family life.
The episode title, Painting the Familiar, reflects Carlisle’s approach to art—capturing intimate moments infused with tradition, warmth, and connection. Her cover piece, Family Dinner, is a vibrant depiction of a multigenerational, blended family gathered around a table overflowing with food and love. Featuring intricate patterns inspired by folk arts like quilting, Carlisle’s work tells stories of home and heritage.
Carrie Ellen Carlisle, originally from Cache Valley, Utah, earned her BFA from Utah State University. Now based in Andover, Kansas, she continues to explore family life through acrylic and digital painting.
Follow Carrie on Instagram: @carrieellenartstudio
Explore more of her work: https://carrieellenartstud.wixsite.com/carrieellenart