This particular painting is a good example of my creative process: instead of thorough planning, I jump right into action and see where it takes me. I do get jealous when looking at the processes of some established, crazy-talented artists. They draw detailed drafts and underpaintings, they create thoughtful color compositions, and they mix a … Continue reading When dark meets neon
This one started with the shiny shirt: it was a baby dress I found at a thrift shop and immediately knew Mitjo would wear it. The shiny buttons I then had to forage to complete the scenery. Some people who have seen the painting felt surprised by its lightness. Yes, I can do light colors … Continue reading Something lighter for a change
Ever since I was a child, I’ve had a very rich imagination. I was a troubled child, so imagination was how I escaped the world I felt rejected by. I learned early on to build worlds, willy-nilly, for my own experimentation. I invented backstories for myself, and I birthed a cast of characters, both main … Continue reading Happiness is overrated: on creativity
After years of only digital painting, I've gone back to physical, hang-on-my-wall paintings. To make the experience even more physical, I've started to incorporate fabrics, feathers, and other 3D elements. I feel a strong pull towards touchable, smellable objects and experiences to balance the increasingly digital life we have. I think I'll be doing much … Continue reading Triptych, a.k.a. 12 years later
Two books down, one to go: the third and final book is here! Well, okay, not "here", but seriously in my head, and page by page also in the Interwebs. If you don't believe it, here is the first page: prologue 1, page 1. Just as before, a new page will be published once a … Continue reading Window 24: On the Side of Man
Mitjo's life is just like the original fairytales.
Semjaza shares his opinion on the meaning of family.
It takes more than some basic arsehattery to kill Anne's faith.
Astrid isn't really a baby person.
Mitjo isn't doing so bad as a babysitter.
Angina | On the Side of the Angels 