Life has many cycles and transformations, including the seasons, ebb and flow, life and death, day and night, the phases of the moon, etc. Life also has many temptations and distractions, so we often forget what really matters. We have many patterns, woven through our lives like a thread, that can offer us growth. And then there is the beauty in Creation, which is a small reflection of what awaits us in Paradise. We simply cannot imagine that.
These are just some of the things that came to mind while creating this pastel-coloured, Islamic geometric pattern. I also used the weaving technique here, which is so characteristic of this traditional art form. The use of colour and the combination of different variations I applied gives this artwork a fresh and vibrant feel.
Anja creates intuitively where she is inspired by beauty and the wondrous. She is guided by a sense of connection, unity, freshness, joy and wonder. Characteristic of her work is its layeredness and spiritual depth. She likes to bring you into contact with this through her digital.. Read more…