Inside Santa Elena Canyon by Cara Jackson

Inside Santa Elena Canyon
Cara Jackson
Acrylic on canvas
24”h x 36”w 
2024

The best thing about the Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park is hiking inside to listen as the Canyon Wren songs echo off the walls, feel the subtle trickle of the river, and watch the golden sunlight breaking over the edge of the cliff.

Get to Know the Austin Artist:
Austin-based artist, Cara Jackson, celebrates the natural world through vibrant art. Combining her skills in painting and graphic design, she creates colorful, bold acrylic paintings based on photos she's taken while adventuring outdoors. Her passion for nature drives her to explore national and state parks, where she hikes and camps in search of inspiration. Cara actively supports conservation efforts and continues to travel in support of protecting public lands.