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I was born in the quiet town of Bergen on Norway's west coast. My parents were both tattoo artists with their own studio downtown, so I've been around ink and needlework since childhood. As soon as I could hold a pen, they taught me how to draw and I quickly developed a passion for art. In my early twenties, I moved to Oslo to pursue a degree in Fine Art, but eventually left after realizing that university wasn't the right fit for me.
I always had a strong desire for the sun and a taste for adventure. So when I turned twenty-five, I packed my bags and headed off to New York City to chase the dream of becoming a hyperrealistic portrait artist. Working under various mentors and learning from them helped me hone my craft until I became confident enough in my abilities to open up my own studio.
Currently residing on the Lower East Side, I spend most of my free time drawing inspiration from people around me and studying the way light behaves when it hits human skin. I also love practicing yoga to keep my body relaxed and flexible enough for long hours of work at a desk. What inspires you?
