About the artist
As a pastel artist living in the United States, my work is a reflection of a lifelong journey that began in Denmark, where I was born and raised.
Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of European art, I am profoundly influenced by the emotive power of the Expressionists and the pioneering spirit of female artists such as Anna Ancher, Mary Cassatt, and Berthe Morisot. Their ability to capture the essence of their subjects with sensitivity and boldness resonates deeply with my artistic vision.
The pastel medium is my chosen conduit for expression, offering a unique immediacy that echoes the tactile joys of childhood finger painting. The pastel medium allows the blending of colors with one's hands which creates an intimate and visceral connection to the work.
In my compositions I seek to explore the delicate balance between light and shadow, creating contrasts that mirror the dynamic beauty of the natural world.
Having embarked on my artistic journey later in life, I approach each piece with a sense of gratitude and wonder, embracing the opportunities to exhibit locally and share my work with the community. The recognition and awards I have received serve as humbling affirmations of the connection my art forges with others.
Over the years I have been taking thousands of photos and continue to do so. Some of these photos now serve as inspiration and reference.
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I have exhibited locally at Firehouse gallery in Milford, as well as Milford Arts Center, Lyme Art Association Gallery, Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich, City-Wide Open Studios New Haven, New Haven Paint and Clay Club, Connecticut Women Artists, Connecticut Pastel Society, Madison Art Society, and Colors of Humanity Art on-line gallery
Awards:
Endowed Award for Pastel, New Haven Paint & Clay Club Active Members Exhibit 2025
3rd place at Lyme Art Associations show “Red Hot” 2025
Honorable mention at the Firehouse Gallery show “Figurative” 2022
2nd place in the Advanced Artist Category in the Weir Farm Art in the Park 2022 online contest.
Merit Award, Connecticut Pastel Society Member Exhibit 2021
The Weiss Sisters Prize, New Haven Paint and Clay Club´s 119th Annual Juried Art Exhibition 2020
Jack Richeson & Company Award III at Connecticut Pastel Society´s Member Exhibition 2020
Honorable Mention at Milford Arts Council Waterscapes Exhibit 2019
First prize at Pastel Guild of Europe's on-line contest December-January 2018-19
Third place in the "Go Figure" show at The Firehouse Gallery 2019
Honorable mention Pastel Guild of Europe's on-line Summer contest 2018
Second place at The Firehouse Gallery show "From the Garden", April 2018
Hull´s Art Supply and Framing Award at Connecticut Pastel Society´s member-show 2018
Honorable mention at The Firehouse Gallery show "Go Figure", January 2018
Honorable mention at The Firehouse Gallery show “Reflections”, March 2017
Honorable mention at Connecticut PastelSociety´s Purely Pastel Exhibition 2016
Third place at Milford Arts Council and Milford Yacht Club Marine show 2016
First prize at Milford Arts Center show “Arboretum” in 2015
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Memberships:
CT pastel Society
Lyme Art Association
New Haven Paint & Clay Club
Connecticut Women Artists
Pastel Guild of Europe​