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HJEM

TUFT LIV

Bachelor project, Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO)
2023

An OVERWHELMING picture book, focusing on visualizing (overwhelming) emotions and states of mind

I have explored the possibilities and potential of picture books and illustration through tactile senses, using the craft of 'tufting.' The book is based on the limitations and possibilities I face as both a practicing illustrator and as a human being. Throughout my life, I have struggled through tasks and demands in school and work with a feeling of being inadequate in certain areas. I have continuously asked myself: 'What is wrong with me?' Then, on a beautiful sunny day, I received the ADHD diagnosis, which both explained and reassured me. Still, it was confirmed that my brain works a bit differently than what is considered normal, and this sparked new thoughts and doubts. What is the most important tool in my professional practice? Well, it's myself. What is the greatest obstacle in my professional practice? Myself...

"Uoppmerksomhet" (Inattentiveness)

SOLD

64 x 87 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool
+ smaller details in other materials

"Hyperaktivitet" (Hyperactivity)

SOLD

65 x 89 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool
+ smaller details in other materials

"Skyldfølelse" (Guilt)

SOLD

64 x 88 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool

"Trist" (Sadness)

64 x 88 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool
+ smaller details in other materials

"Overstimuli" (Overstimulated)

64 x 89 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool

"Sinne" (Anger)

66 x 87 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool
+ smaller details in other materials

"Impulsivitet" (Impulsive)

64 x 88 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool and cotton

"Utbrenthet" (Burnout)

SOLD

64 x 88 centimeters.
Tufted illustration. 100% wool
+ smaller details in other materials

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