Studio Peel

Norwegian artist Anne Peel explains how

a lifelong connection with nature and a

fascination with paper has allowed her

creativity to unfold.

“My childhood was spent surrounded by forests,

walking in them daily and picking flowers.

I studied Art History and Conservation of

Fine Art on Paper and worked in the paper

department of a design store in Oslo for many

years before I began to creatively explore what

I could make myself.

It was during this time I read an article about

the devasting impact fresh flowers has on the

environment. Ninety percent of what we buy is

imported, grown in heated greenhouses which

release large amounts of CO2, before being

transported over a huge distance to your local

flower shop, where they have a shelf life of just

a few days. Where our flowers come from and

preserving them in their natural environment is so

important, and this is what Studio Peel is about.

I live and work near to Østmarka, a large, forested

area east of Oslo, and I find a lot of inspiration

there. I feed off my environment, so start every

day with a walk and yoga, the sights, sounds and

smells of this natural landscape help my mind and

body to connect, making sure my thoughts and

creativity flows.”

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