Three Monkeys

This striking artwork features three figures standing in a dimly lit, industrial setting. Each figure is dressed in minimalist white attire, yet they are differentiated by their unique head coverings and expressions. The textures of the fabrics contrast against the concrete wall's rough surface, enhancing the starkness of the scene. The figures exude an enigmatic aura, each portraying a distinct persona through their blindfolded or sound-dampening accessories. This image evokes themes of silence, introspection, and the human experience, making it a thought-provoking focal point for contemporary spaces.
This painting would be an exceptional addition to modern art collections, galleries, or minimalist interior designs. Ideal for settings that embrace a thought-provoking atmosphere, such as a creative studio, a quiet reading nook, or a modern living room, it invites viewers to reflect on the connotations of privacy and communication within society.

Image from my "The Dark Room" series - I got my first inspiration for this series while listening to my favourite metal band, Sentenced. It evolved to a collection of images of what a dark mind might look like from the inside. All the destructive thoughts that circulate in your brain and feelings that bring you down. The dark room inside of your own head. After I began to put images online, comments that said some of these images remind them of their own thoughts started to appear. Especially feelings that the covid-19 isolation has brought to the surface for many people. This series continues my work on images that handle mental health issues. In 2009 I was forced to retire from daily work because of depression. Since then, photography has played a significant role in my life as a therapy. Many people might think that images as dark as these get you down, but it's the contrary. And here we come back to the metal band Sentenced, whose songs started this series. They often had very dark and touching lyrics. After the band had retired, I read that several fans told them that their songs saved their lives.