About
In the heart of Bergen's art scene, you will find visual artist Merete Mowinckel, a local artist who creates sophisticated mixed media collages.
About
Merete Mowinckels artwork consist of drawing, painting, and digital processing woven together in up to 450 layers. Her artwork is imbued with symbolism and explores the psychological landscapes we navigate through on life's journey.
Merete holds a Master’s degree from the Bergen Academy of Art and Design (KHIB). The gallery exclusively showcases her own artworks, all available for purchase with worldwide shipping.
Her works speak to both children and the childlike spirit within adults – the transparent, timeless place we carry with us along the way, in our innermost core. She often portrays animals in her art, often in an anthropomorphic form, adding a unique narrative quality and a playful exploration of human emotions through the expressions of animals. Her love for animals is evident in her artistic expression, where the personalities and human-like traits of the animals bring her works to life.
Inspired by classic children's book illustrations and painters from the renaissance aera, she combines nostalgia with a deep reflection on the human inner world. Many who view her art describe a sense of recognition, a connection to something universal and deeply personal. It is precisely these moments of discovery and wonder – when both children and adults stop at the gallery window and light up – that make her art come alive.
With a background as a nurse and many years dedicated to working with end-of-life care, Merete Mowinckel has had insightful conversations about reconciliation, transition, and the deeper dimensions of existence. This experience shapes her art, making it not only aesthetically engaging but also a tool for reflection and dialogue. Her works are used by therapists, healthcare professionals, and educators to create spaces for meaningful conversations about value, meaning, and transformation.
Step into the gallery and let yourself be enveloped by an art world that speaks to both the soul and the eternal child within us all.
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