Life is my inspiration. My work aims at beautifying and enriching lives and conveying messages of compassion, hope, joy, magnificence, uniqueness and truth. I often borrow ideas and motives from the universe and everything in it, and colors and forms from nature, people and history,
The spoken and written language is the common mode of interaction between people, and I speak several languages. But my best way of communication is through my art. Sharing impressions, thoughts, memories, experiences and observations of the past, present and whatever lies ahead is a goal in itself. My art makes me understood.
Artistic expression is derived from many sources and feelings. I am loved and respected and wish to share color, hope and life with all. The world of a lonely person can also be creative, but it is colorless and dark.
Colors reveal my true feelings. Bright colors represent a positive attitude, relief, completeness, warmth, comfort, compassion, joy, and contentment. Wild, abstract creations express my feelings of total freedom. Dark, somber colors indicate frustration, sorrow, depression, or longing for a loved one.
The spiral or snail motive has always fascinated me. The spiral symbol can be found in most of my work. It is my personal symbol of tranquility and elegance.
A friend once said: “Only a genius can conquer chaos”. Bjarne, my husband and my severest critic, says: “Only a fool creates chaos!” His mind is structured and organized, calm and serene, whereas, mine is wild and fiery. He keeps me on a track of reality – a perfect combination.
My work is frequently chaotic. I have to discipline and control myself when working on a piece expressing quiet, solemnity and calmness.
Artistic expression is my therapy - reviving, energizing and healing. Pain – physical or mental – takes a backseat during a creative session. Working with art is akin to giving birth. The result is always a unique creation.
Art is Life!
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