Sonja Damen

Artist statement

Art captures a special moment and makes it visible.

Biography

I made my first linocut print at the age of 15. I have been photographing, drawing and painting since my childhood, but so far I have not taken an artist's path. In 2022, I discovered several print artists in England who have greatly inspired me to resume printing. Since then, I have been exploring various printing techniques more intensively and became fascinated with collagraphy. I%u2019m currently exploring linocut and vinyl prints and uses my own photographic motifs to explore different styles. Currently, a series of snapshots with people passing by is being created. I am particularly fascinated by motifs in nature, especially the English south coast.