Ciel Skål’s large-scale work explores vulnerability and emotional nuance through hands. Her unique process consists of dripping ink on wet paper, allowing it to spread and dry naturally, and challenging the discovery of the figure within. Current influences include stark cast shadows of Baroque period tenebrism and bold line work of Japanese woodblock prints informed by art historical themes of the artist’s background and research; both elements are combined in a contrast between the abstract and realism. To learn more, visit process.