The Clark Collection answers common questions about the collection, its founding, the artists it represents, and its loan programme.
The Clark Collection is a contemporary art collection connecting people, ideas, and places through art. It is rooted in the belief that thoughtful investment in art and community can create lasting impact, and that art should be experienced rather than stored away.
The Clark Collection was founded by Bob Clark, Executive Chairman & Founder of Clayco. It has been shaped over time by the Clark family, the late Ellen S. Clark, and Jane Clark, who continues to play an active role in guiding and shaping the collection today.
The Clark Collection is curated by Stavroula Coulianidis, a New York-based curator dedicated to exhibiting and advocating for emerging and rediscovered international artists. She is also the founder of STAV, a curatorial organization dedicated to supporting contemporary underrepresented artists.
The Clark Collection focuses on emerging artists who bring new energy, perspective, and a willingness to challenge convention. Supporting these artists is not only about acquisition, but about advocacy — creating space for their work, their ideas, and their continued growth.
The Clark Collection was founded by Bob Clark, who is also the Executive Chairman & Founder of Clayco. The collection reflects the same founding principle as Clayco — that what we build should contribute to stronger communities and create opportunities for others. It has also been shaped by the influence of the Clayco enterprise and LJC architecture teams.
The Clark Collection supports institutions and initiatives that share its values, including The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis and The Art Institute of Chicago, among others. These partnerships are part of a broader effort to strengthen the arts ecosystem and increase access to cultural experiences.
Yes. The Clark Collection actively loans works to institutions worldwide. Current loans include works at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston, the Savannah College of Art and Design, and Bozar Centre for Fine Arts in Brussels.
The Clark Collection represents artists from across the globe, including Amoako Boafo, Derrick Adams, Jeffrey Gibson, Firelei Baez, Theaster Gates, Lauren Halsey, Rashid Johnson, and El Anatsui, among many others.