A boy takes a girl by the hand into the forest. They flee their home, but what will they find in the forest? Are they better off there or not?
This is the modern version of the fairy tale, crafted with wrapping paper and coloured cardboard. I liked the idea of leaving them anonymous and giving them contemporary clothes. They are not depicted centred to indicate movement. They walk out of the picture in a moment.
I like simplifying images, minimising them, leaving the essence behind; a boy and girl in the forest, surrounded by conifers. This allows you to give your own meaning to the image, without referring to the familiar fairy tale.
People who appreciate the combination of minimalism and colour will undoubtedly like this image. Also, if you like a subtly depicted story, this image is the right one for you.
My work distinguishes itself by strong colours and clear shapes. I work with ecoline, ink and pencil, but I also like to cut and paste.
I get my inspiration from nature and like to daydream. Animals and people sometimes seem to melt together in these reveries.
Besides my children's book..
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