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Artist Arena is a curated platform built by and for artists. Through physical exhibitions in Stockholm and our online marketplace, Artist Arena Market, we connect contemporary artists with collectors across the globe. We represent a diverse community – from emerging talents and growing voices to established names – and showcase original works in carefully selected and inspiring environments. Our mission is to build a positive, supportive community that empowers more artists to grow, reach new audiences, and pursue their dreams. For collectors, we offer direct access to unique contemporary art and the opportunity to invest in a wide range of artistic expression.

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About

Since childhood, I dreamed of learning to paint, especially with oils, but it felt out of reach. The nearest art school was too far, and my parents couldn’t take me there. Instead, I spent hours at a local gallery, absorbing the beauty of paintings, trying to understand how artists expressed emotion through color. Summers at my grandparents’ countryside home deepened my longing — I watched the dawn sky, sunlit wildflowers, and golden autumn forests, wishing I could capture it all on canvas, but I lacked the skill.

Years later, as a mother, I decided to pursue that dream — to learn painting and share it with my children. That decision opened a new chapter in my life. Art became a source of joy, inspiration, and strength. My childhood dream had finally come true.

Today, I’m a contemporary artist inspired by the richness of nature. I work with oil, acrylic, and oil pastels, exploring the connection between humans and the natural world. My paintings blend observation with emotion, inviting quiet reflection. I don’t limit myself to specific themes or techniques — I’m always searching for new ways to express depth, harmony, and feeling. My work is a dialogue between material, memory, and the viewer.

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Inspiration

I see nature as an endless source of inspiration and, at the same time, a metaphor for human emotion. In my work, I strive to capture the delicate yet enduring bond between people and the world around them. Through the interplay of color, form, and texture, I explore ways to express emotions and states of being that are often difficult to articulate with words. For me, it’s not just about depicting — it’s about inviting the viewer into a space of contemplation and emotional resonance.

My creative process begins with observation — with moments in nature that evoke a strong emotional response. Whether it’s the softness of morning light, the rhythm of trees in the wind, or the silence of a snowy landscape, I try to capture not the details, but the feeling itself. Sometimes I make sketches on site or take reference photos, but more often I work from memory and impression.

In the studio, I experiment with composition, layering colors and textures intuitively. I mainly work with oil, but I also use oil pastels and acrylics. I’m always open to experimenting with new materials if they help express the idea more deeply. Each painting unfolds gradually, evolving organically in the process. Mistakes and changes are a natural part of the journey — they often lead to more honest and unexpected outcomes. For me, painting is not just a technical act, but a meditative dialogue between emotion, material, and nature.

Works for sale (7)

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