C’Mere

Creepy Clown Horror Art

“C’Mere” is a bold, unsettling, and playfully sinister collage painting by incarcerated artist Michael Lauderdale. Commissioned by a group of vintage horror enthusiasts, this nine-panel piece pays homage to the quirky and campy aesthetic of old-school horror cinema—particularly the trope of the grinning, malevolent clown.

Rendered across nine 8.5 x 11 inch panels (measuring 25.5 x 33 inches when assembled without spacing), “C’Mere” features a vibrant and chaotic figure that dominates the composition. The clown, with its exaggerated features, electric palette of purples, oranges, reds, and greens, and a mischievous pointing gesture, practically bursts from the background. A glowing carnival sign and dramatic lighting complete the cinematic scene, evoking the eerie charm of cult horror posters.

Lauderdale used a mix of upcycled materials—cardboard, greeting cards, cracker boxes—and an array of media including fabric paint, acrylics, and pen and ink. The layering and texture of the surface create a tactile quality that enhances the artwork’s raw energy. Though he confesses clowns aren’t a personal fear, Lauderdale embraced the discomfort of the subject matter and leaned into the tension, resulting in a piece that is as fun as it is unsettling.

What Mike said of the piece: “This was a commissioned work for folks who love those old campy horror flicks. I’m not really scared of clowns, but I get why some people are—especially after staring into this guy’s face for days! The process was experimental and taught me a lot about how much time and energy goes into large multi-panel pieces. I especially loved working on the background—it made the whole thing pop.”

Copies of “C’Mere” are not available as this piece was commissioned, however, Michael is open to future commission requests of a similar tone and style.