Waiting for the Coffin

This striking artwork presents a thought-provoking scene depicting a figure dressed in a white outfit standing beside a dark coffin in a dimly lit environment. The figure, whose face is entirely wrapped in cloth, exudes an eerie yet compelling presence, holding their arms crossed over their chest. The stark contrast between the light clothing and the dark coffin invokes a sense of intrigue and contemplation about mortality and existence. The muted background emphasizes the figure's isolation, adding to the artwork's overall somber tone.
This painting can be effectively used in contemporary or minimalist interior designs, particularly in spaces that prioritize bold, thought-provoking pieces. Ideal locations include modern art galleries, personal libraries, meditation rooms, or even private collections that focus on existential themes. The piece could also resonate well in eclectic or unconventional settings that invite conversations about life and death.

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.