Why birds?
Birds, to me, are messengers of life. They embody both strength and fragility, grace and confidence, always perfectly attuned to their environment, no matter the element. There have been moments when I felt they carried messages from loved ones who are no longer with us. In this way, birds can also bring comfort and hope, if we’re open to seeing and listening to them.
A little background about me
and the essence of my art.
I come from a small village called Socklot in the Ostrobothnian countryside. In my twenties, I moved to Vaasa to pursue studies in creativity, colors, and beauty, earning a Bachelor's degree in Beauty and Cosmetics.
As a child, I was often told I was too sensitive, struggling to find my place in the human world. I felt most at home in the subtle shifts of energy, the language of colors, and the intangible spaces, often in the company of animals. I grew up with an innate sense that there’s more to life than what meets the eye and carried a deep appreciation for life as a precious gift.
Creating art was something I never truly believed I could do until I reached my thirties, when I finally embraced my authentic form of expression.
Birds have become my absolute favorite motif, regardless of the medium. I depict them with a clean and simplistic figurative style, often placing them within abstract worlds. One of the key aspects of my art is the language of color; it’s usually the colors that come to me first. Once I have the colors in mind, the full vision of the piece quickly follows, and it becomes crucial for me to begin the creative process as soon as possible.
The foundation of my creations is rooted in an alternative spiritual perspective on life, with my primary inspirations being personal inner development and the mysteries of existence. Since childhood, I’ve felt a deep connection to animals and the energy that flows through all living things, often finding more comfort in their presence than in that of people. This sensitivity to life’s energies is a key tool in my creative process, complemented by the technical skills I gained from my Bachelor's degree in Beauty and Cosmetics. This education laid the groundwork for how I handle brushes and techniques in my art.
Due to health challenges that began around the age of 30, I've had to gradually adapt my creative processes and techniques. These challenges have limited my ability to hold brushes and tools and have reduced the amount of time I can work in one sitting. Despite these constraints, I remain deeply committed to my art. There’s always a creative process unfolding in my mind, and I can’t imagine a life without the colors and worlds I bring to life on paper, canvas, or in 3D forms.
I describe my art as a blend of wakefulness and dreams, aiming to build a bridge between the intangible and the everyday. My motivation to create comes from a desire to express life, not as an overwhelming concept, but as something found in everyday moments that are often overlooked or underappreciated. Through my art, I seek to highlight both the beauty and struggles of life, revealing the magic that surrounds us. Ultimately, art serves as a mirror or window, guiding us on an inner journey to reflect on ourselves and the world.