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Abstract paintings inspired by nature, memory and the spaces beneath the surface.
My work isn’t a direct representation of nature, it’s more about the essence of nature than a literal image.


Longing
At the moment, I am fascinated by the English word “seabed.” Or perhaps it isn’t so much the word itself that fascinates me, but the associations it brings with it. I thought about the seabed when I was on a swimming holiday in Croatia recently, training for my Channel Relay swim next year. I was swimming in calm, clear water, still learning to swim front crawl. But I felt safe. There were no waves, no strong currents, and none of the rocks and submerged formations that I am

Kirsten Dahlerup
Sep 12 min read


The Story Behind 'Between Tide and Sky': When Almond Flour and Coffee Became Art.
Between Tide and Sky. Framed, ready to hang 86x106cm Where It All Began Do you know that feeling when you look at someone close to you - a child, perhaps, or a younger member of your family - and you feel not only proud of them, but also slightly surprised by who they've become? That's exactly how I feel about Between Tide and Sky. It has taken on a life of its own, and its journey has been full of unexpected turns from the very beginning. This painting began with a simple de

Kirsten Dahlerup
Jun 223 min read


Why the colours on your walls are quietly shaping your day.
Over the weekend, I created two smaller pieces that emerged from pure joy. Initially, I just wanted to try out a new technique. But these...

Kirsten Dahlerup
Jul 1, 20252 min read


One Last Chance to See my little solo exhibition Blue Bliss - This Sunday 💙
One Last Chance to See my little solo exhibition Blue Bliss - This Sunday 💙

Kirsten Dahlerup
May 23, 20251 min read


Bright, Bold, and Now Available
First of all, Happy Easter to you from my art studio! I just wanted to let you, my lovely subscriber, be the first to know that Meditation...

Kirsten Dahlerup
Apr 20, 20251 min read


Feelings of Spring!
Spring is here! I see it reflected in my paintings - in my choice of colours and mark-making. The energy of the season finds its way onto...

Kirsten Dahlerup
Mar 24, 20251 min read


How to let go and find your balance - a lesson from Painting
How do you balance structure and spontaneity in your life?

Kirsten Dahlerup
Feb 7, 20252 min read
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