Heidi Forsman (b. 1993) lives and works in Helsinki and studies for the Master of Fine Arts degree at the Academy of Fine Arts. Forsman works with oil paintings in which the inner world and the perception of the environment are merged.

"Painting has the highest meaning to me personally. Whilst I paint, I process the whole spectrum of my experiences and emotions: what I’ve seen and what wants to emerge to be seen. Questioning, challenging and finding new perspectives as the content of art intrigue me. What imaginative and original means of impact does art possess?

I am deeply inspired by the play with colours and composition, which take place both intuitively and consciously. Sometimes I have a clear vision of the painting, which I carry out in a controlled manner. And other times the painting forms through experiment and coincidences. I need both of these approaches."

Photo: Joel Petzold