Hello Cecilie and welcome to NotRandomArt. I would start this interview with my usual introductory question: what in your opinion defines a work of art? And moreover, what could be the features that mark the contemporariness of an artwork?
A work of art in my opinion, is communicating a story, thought or emotion, and making a statement. A work of art needs to reach the viewer in one way or the other, whether it be emotionally or intellectually.
For me, contemporary artwork features a thought or an idea that you haven’t seen before that relates to your present state of mind. Contemporary artwork, like all good music, has rhythms that speak to you. These rhythms make you want to listen to over and over again, reliving the experience. In art, these rhythms make you stop and linger over a piece, because you are drawn to it and feel a connection or need to respond to these feelings.
Is there any particular way you would describe your identity as an artist but also as a human being in dynamically changing, unstable times? In particular, does your cultural substratum/identity form your aesthetics?
My main focus has always been photography but throughout time that has developed into other forms of creative expressions such as video and vocal performances. The core of my artistic identity is based on expression and the abstract. This core is then built upon and shaped and influenced by my natural human curiosity for exploring different cultures and being open minded with human differences. Everyday conversations and encounters with others around me have an important impact on my expressions and continue to shift my viewpoints and allow me to flourish as an artist. My flexibility and changing surroundings create a natural flow that spark new ideas that develop into new projects based on my most recent interactions with the people around me. Without these encounters, movements, and ever changing times there would be a lack of creative growth and stagnance in my identity.
Could you talk a little about the intellecual background that has influence the way you currently relate yourself to your artworks?
I started my studies at NISS (Nordic Institute for Theatre and Studio) a unique college with a specific focus on performance arts and technical arts, including photography. These studies helped me develop my portfolio so which landed me a spot at The University College for The Creative Arts outside London in Farnham, Surrey. London as a large cultural melting pot, gave me opportunities to explore vastly different cultures from my doorstep. I chose to continue to further my studies abroad at The Swansea Metropolitan University in Wales where I discovered technical photography as a means of expression and creativity. This is also where I had my first introduction to vocal performance art. Overall, my travels have been the basis of my continued interest in capturing the stories of everyday humans and their expression. The constant change and movement of the large cities had, and continues to have, a profound impact on my artwork as I draw inspiration from my surroundings.
What is the role of technique in your practice? In particular are there any constraints or rules that you follow when creating?
The way I work is mainly intuitive. I’ve found that energy flows better when I do not plan beforehand, but rather let an idea grow organically and let the ideas unfold naturally. Being present and in the moment is the key for me and I like to take in and use of what is in front of me, whether it be the people I meet or events happening around me. The only rule that I focus on is finding an interaction between myself and my surroundings. My techniques always focus on manipulating the camera to create abstractions of my own expressions.
The visibly sensual and at the same time mystical appearance of your creations brings up the questions about the connection with sensual perception of the nature and its aestheticization in the process of representation. How innocent is the eye of your camera, building the connection between the object and the viewer?
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