Culture of Art with Sharon Lee Clark

On this episode of Boulevard Beat, hosts Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund sit down with artist and creative powerhouse Sharon Lee Clark. Known for her soulful use of color and cultural storytelling, Sharon shares how her Korean heritage, California upbringing, and artistic lineage have shaped her distinct point of view.From growing up in a nature-filled enclave of La Cañada to being surrounded by the vibrant work of her mother—an acclaimed Korean folk artist—Sharon opens up about what it means to straddle two cultures and translate that experience into her art. This episode is a beautiful reminder of how personal history and environment can deeply influence creative expression.Whether you're a designer, collector, or simply someone who loves meaningful stories, this conversation will leave you inspired by the power of identity, memory, and aesthetic intuition.5 Key Takeaways:A Childhood Surrounded by BeautySharon grew up in La Cañada, California—nestled between mountains and the city—where nature, light, and color left a lasting impression on her creative spirit.Heritage as a Creative Anchor Sharon’s Korean background, including her bilingual upbringing and cultural traditions, is at the heart of her artistic perspective.Influence of Family Legacy Her mother’s legacy as an accredited Korean folk artist played a major role in shaping Sharon’s early exposure to art, tradition, and visual storytelling.Transforming Insecurity into Identity As a child, Sharon sometimes felt “different” because of her heritage—but she now sees those experiences as formative strengths in developing her unique aesthetic and voice.Bridging Tradition and Modernity Sharon’s work beautifully melds historical motifs with contemporary form, proving that honoring the past can yield some of the most modern and moving art.⁠https://www.kranehome.com/⁠IG: @sharonLeeclarkSave 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ with promo code beat15!Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠!Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ Connect with Liz Lidgett ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lizlidgett/⁠ Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ with promo code beat15!Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠!Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠