Exhibition “Velvet Flowers”
The exhibition Velvet Flowers showcases a series of abstract acrylic paintings by Katarina, where she
explores the power of line and color to create atmospheres and convey emotions. Using shades of blue,
purple, pink, and orange, she builds compositions of lines and soft patches that intertwine into complex
patterns, evoking both dreamlike worlds and natural organic forms. There is also an underlying reference
to the soft, tactile quality of velvet. The works invite the viewer to explore the surfaces and nuances, as if
running fingers over fabric and discovering hidden layers. Katarina creates a visual experience that is
both subtile and powerful, like a flower in full bloom.
Artist Katarina Ekelund, 27 Feb-2 March & 22-23 March
Born and raised in Trollhättan (b 1966), the artist now lives and works in the Gerlesborg area of northern
Bohuslän. Initially focused on realistic portraits and landscapes, her artistic journey has transformed into
an exploration of abstraction. Today, her work is characterized by large-scale abstract acrylic paintings,
reflecting a dynamic and evolving creative process. Katarina was educated at Konstfack, University of
Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, and has exhibited her work in numerous galleries across Sweden
and Europe.
