Night Bird
Enter into the realm of "Night Bird," a collection of abstract minimalist paintings that embrace the dark side.
This series systematically explores surrender, mirroring my intentional release of control to let the paint fall where it may. Similar to life's unpredictability, my process welcomes the unforeseen, revealing a beauty beyond expectation.
Following my sister's sudden passing, this series illustrates my journey through grief. As a chronic night owl, and frequent visitor of the dark side of the moon, I took inspiration from the mysteries of the nocturnal realm, entwined with the surrounding untamed wilderness of Ucluelet (Yuu-tluth-aht) where I make my home.
Each painting takes its name from Norse mythology (inspired by my Danish heritage), followed by a phrase borrowed from my late-night internet searches. These names are meant to embody both a stoic assertion and relentless questioning.
"Night Bird" reveals the transformative power of embracing uncertainty, with each painting representing what might be glimpsed within the shadows, once you let your eyes adjust.
Umbriel (how to be still)
Ink, acrylic and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
14 x 18 in.
2023
$320
Umbriel is the darkest of Uranus' largest moons. From the Latin umbra, meaning shadow. From my search history: “how to be still”
SOLD
Nótt (how to let go)
Ink, acrylic and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
16 x 20 in
2023
$420
Nótt/Vor is the raven-haired goddess of night, sleep, dreams, the underworld, and death. She guards and protects the deceased. From my search history: “how to let go”
Nyx (colour in the shadows)
Acrylic on canvas,
in cedar float frame
16 x 20 in
2023
$420
Nyx is the primordial goddess of night, associated with darkness, and everything that lies hidden. From my search history: “colour in the shadows”
Tove (blue in nature)
Acrylic and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
24 x 32 in
2023
$860
Tove is from the Old Norse meaning "thunder"; the female personification of Thor (Norse god of strength, thunder, war and storms). From my search history: “blue in nature”
Rán (how to fall)
Acrylic, ink and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
24 x 32 in.
2023
$860
Rán is the Norse goddess and personification of the sea. She is frequently associated with a net, which she uses to capture sea-goers. From my search history: “how to fall”
SOLD
Embla (what comes after fire)
Acrylic and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
36 x 30 in
2023
$1,140
In Norse mythology, Embla was the first woman to be created, the mother of the human race; associated with elm tree, firemaker, smokebringer. From my search history: “what comes after fire”
Sol I & II (blue sister, pink sister)
Acrylic, ink and ash on canvas,
in cedar float frame
18 x 28 in.
2023
$1,240 (for pair)
Sol is the Norse goddess of the sun and sister to the moon god Mani. She drives her chariot across the sky, bringing light and warmth to the world. From my search history: “blue sister, pink sister”