pause, reflect, and experience
Originally from Finland, I lived in Los Angeles and had a graphic design studio for 15 years. I gave up on commercial arts, and the pressures and stress that came with it, moved to San Diego’s country side and transformed into doing fine arts. Soon I discovered San Felipe in Baja California and have been calling South Campos home since 2012.
As a self-taught artist, I have devoted over four decades to the practice of art as a means to restore balance in my life. Drawing upon my background in graphic design and photography serves as a medium that amalgamates elements from my past experiences.
In a world where injustice tried to silence me, I turned adversity into my greatest muse. With every hard-fought victory, my art reached new heights, blooming with the energy of triumph and transformation. My empowering paintings are more than just bold colors and mesmerizing textures – they are visual testaments to strength, resilience, and beauty rising from life’s darkest corners. Each piece invites you to share my journey, to feel the spark of perseverance, and to reclaim your own power. If you’re looking for art that doesn’t just match your walls but empowers your spirit, you’ve found your source. With me, you’re not just buying a painting; you’re bringing home a story of courage, growth, and undeniable strength. While these paintings might not seem cohesive at the first look, they are tied together by the emotions I couldn’t express before. The story they tell is uniquely mine.
Nature, with its profound impact on our psyche, serves as my wellspring of inspiration. Each image I create tells a unique story, intended to evoke a range of emotions. As an artist, I find profound inspiration in the beauty and power that surrounds us, which I strive to capture through work. My creative journey is driven by a deep emotional connection to the natural world, and I channel this connection into my artwork, infusing it with vibrant colors, bold brush strokes, and an abundance of texture. I seek to create a dialogue between the viewer and nature, awakening a sense of connection and fostering an appreciation for the natural world. Through my paintings, I strive to bring the outdoors indoors, reminding us to slow down and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world. I invite individuals to pause, reflect, and experience a moment of respite from the demands of modern life.
Vibrant colors play a pivotal role in my artistic expression. I use a rich palette to breathe life into my paintings, capturing the ever-changing hues of the sky, the ocean, and the vibrant blossoms. These colors serve as conduits for emotion, intensifying the atmospheric qualities of my work and eliciting a visceral response from the viewer.
My work can be found in private collections world wide.
Leena
As a child, growing up in Finland art provided me with an escape into my own realm of creativity. At the age of 12, I embarked on a transformative artistic journey. Armed with a roll of craft paper and a wide brush, I transformed my room into a winter forest, painting its essence across all the walls, with Vivaldi on the background. Despite the chaos and mess I had created, the passion and emotions that engulfed me were exhilarating. I sat back and admired my creation, hesitant to share it with my parents. To my surprise, their awe surpassed any concern for the disorder I had caused. That day ignited a lifelong passion within me, a fire that still burns brightly. Whenever inspiration strikes, I wholeheartedly dive into the creative process, consumed by the fervor to bring my visions to life. And Vivaldi is still a source of inspiration.
