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Behind the scenes of oil painting, artistic process, and life at the studio in Malexander, Sweden. Thoughts on art, technique, and creative practice.

Art for wall – Magic moment in the forest – we are being watched
But occasionally, a surprising encounter occurs, where we find ourselves face to face with a creature, mere feet away. “The Magic Moment in the Forest” painting serves as a testament to these encounters, a visual representation of the memories they hold.
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Love is Art
When we delve into the word “art” and its significance as an activity pursued by artists, we realise that art is love, and love is artpaintings. True art cannot exist without this profound sentiment, as it serves as a conduit for expression, emotion, and messages.
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Mona Lisa Painting in my Studio
“My Mona Lisa – Old Lady in a Hat” is a portrait of an enigmatic woman, unknown to me. The purpose behind this artwork was to depict the embodiment of wisdom that comes with a life well-lived, and the ability to impart that wisdom onto others.
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Art drawings – introduce black and white art in Your Living Room Decor
The three drawings presented here were crafted during the summer of 2020. As I strolled through the forest, I gathered fragments of bark from trees of diverse species. Each piece possessed its own unique carvings and surface textures, acting as a testament to its mother tree, which it protected with its outer layer – the bark.
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Scandinavian Design in Nature
Scandinavian design is not a creation of humans; it is rooted in nature. Despite the flourishing life within Scandinavian nature, the landscape has preserved its original noble simplicity. The harsh northern climate demands reverence and adherence to the laws of nature. I believe this is the wellspring of Scandinavian design, which is so famous and can be admired in every Scandinavian design gallery.
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February 24, 2026
Can you recommend online stores that sell guardian angel home decor?
Guardian angel figurine for home – people often ask where they can buy it. Behind this simple question, I sense something deeper. The word “decoration” often hides a longing. Of course, a sculpture can decorate a room and satisfy aesthetic needs. Yet a guardian angel rarely serves as a mere ornament. It points to a desire for protection, meaning, and quiet reassurance.
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January 24, 2026
Top art galleries showcasing women in art – and also my gallery
A Woman Defying Gravity: A Moment of Self-Discovery. Top art galleries showcasing women in art help inspire and celebrate moments like these.
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December 6, 2025
Where can I buy art prints directly from artists online?
Many people want to purchase original art; however, they struggle with limited budgets. Therefore, I offer prints as a practical and meaningful solution.
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October 16, 2025
Famous Contemporary Artist, Is He Truly Free?
Are famous contemporary artists paintings created in freedom? – echoes in every studio, gallery, and museum. On the surface, it feels rhetorical. Generations of artists fought for the right to create without permission, to explore without rules, to express without fear. Yet, when I stand before a blank canvas, I sense a different kind of struggle. Freedom still demands something — not from society, but from within.
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August 7, 2025
The Gray Man
The gray man does not stand out. Instead, he walks quietly among us, wrapped in the anonymity of grey — a colour that blends into the background, that neither offends nor excites. Indeed, grey is neutrality, calm, balance. Consequently, the gray man chooses it, or perhaps is chosen by it.
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July 8, 2025
Water lilies Claude Monet
Water lilies Claude Monet transformed a simple garden subject into a symbol of modern art. Monet did not treat these flowers as decoration. He turned them into a lifelong visual investigation of light, color, reflection, and time. Through them, he reshaped landscape painting and opened the door to abstraction.
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May 8, 2025
Fear and art in the contemporary world
I would venture to say that fear abounds, especially when considering the relationship between fear and art in the contemporary world. In fact, the cause of fear, especially this kind of it which we can call modern anxiety, is the fear of losing what we own.
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