Trude Westby Nordmark




My artistic practice is rooted in rhythmic repetition and the interplay of unique, three-dimensional, nonfigurative forms. These objects—at once beautiful and grotesque—speak to the viewer in a visceral, almost corporeal language. I am drawn to the extreme, which I deliberately incorporate to evoke expressions that both attract and unsettle.

My work is influenced by the surrealists’ associative methods and their capacity to unlock unexpected connections. I find inspiration in nature’s intricate systems and structures—from the animal kingdom to architecture—where diverse components are meticulously arranged to resist chaos while maintaining complexity.

Each project is time-intensive, shaped by countless repetitions and subtle variations. I construct, deconstruct, and reconstruct—working as much with the unconscious as with the conscious. Spatial dynamics and the dialogue between individual works are essential, shaping both the experience and the meaning of the installation.