Seastar, the moon and shell Naturalism Oil pastel on paper

Oil pastel on paper

as photograms: dried plants from the original botanical collection are placed directly onto the light-sensitive cyanotype surface

22k gold leaf and pastel on paper

His work was featured in the exhibition “Syncretism” at Loisti Gallery (2024) and “Arete” at Saltbodan Gallery (2025)

Seastar, the moon and shell Naturalism Oil pastel on paperPainting Seastar, the moon and shell started in 2020 while I was working on Harakka Island in Helsinki. It became one of the works that led my practice toward themes of sea life and coastal environments. The work reflects an interest in materiality, color, and intuitive image making. The painting is playful and vibrant, with a strong focus on surface and color relationships. Its material presence and expressive approach highlight a sense of joy and