Annika Strand - Abandoned Leaf Race

Annika Strand

Abandoned Leaf Race

2021

Mixed media on wood 

60.5 cm x 90 cm

[About the artist] Annika Strand

Annika Strand uses determination and ingenuity to create joyful paintings, despite her disability, called Cerebral Palsy, which causes uncontrollable movements throughout her body. She has found ways to conquer these obstacles, discovering new and unique ways of expressing herself. To achieve finer details Annika uses different parts of her body such as her nose and the palm of her hand.

As a young person living on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Annika draws her inspiration from the abundance of nature around her, capturing a light and colour palette that adds depth and delight. She often represents her family and their connections to Sweden as well.

Annika was selected as the Artist in Residence at Runaway Bay Library, where she painted live and displayed her artwork. Exhibition highlights include the 2020 Border Art Prize and the Labour Day Community Art Awards, where she was selected as the winner in the University/ TAFE category.

Graphic design is a skill that allows Annika to take her work and design her own line of merchandise, including prints, cards and wine.

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