Current show:
Lorraine coffee and cocktails on Smallegade, close to Frederiksberg park, right across from Sokkelund.
Wisdom signs
Old technique, fresh colors and words of wisdom are the basic ingredients for work by Per-Ole Lind aka SØVS.
His work are inspired by traditional sign painting, street art, poetry, song lyrics and wisdom literature.
“Ro på” 60x80cm in process.
“Show up” Brené Brown quote, 60x80cm
The flip side
The works are painted on refurbished windows – mature core wood and hand crafted glass.
The work is painted in reverse on the back of the glass.
“You can beat death, sometimes” Bukowski, 60x80cm, process.
Content matter
“Wisdom is more precious than rubies” the proverb say.
This is the core inspiration for Per-Ole’s work: to interpret wisdom through means of composition, typography and color.
“Strength” Bruce Lee, 125x65cm
Anachronistic
The techniques and draws on centuries of craftsmanship and tradition.
The content spans from age old wisdom, through kung fu masters and contemporary lyrics.
The typographical interpretation utilises innovative techniques design and a clash of classic and contemporary color palettes.
“Love” Kendrick Lamar, 125x75cm
“Don’t fear Failure” Bruce Lee quote, 120×65 cm, Lorraine cocktail bar, Smallegade
Longevity
The craftsmanship, the material and the classic style of the pieces, could possibly make them long lasting.
“Make mistakes faster” Andy Grove
In this example, the typography is designed from the ground up, based on a pencil sketch, outlining the overall idea. In this case, working the shading as circular ends rather than straight lines.
“Victory” Bruce Lee, 120×65 cm
Custom
Occasionally customers approach me with specific ideas for custom work.
Here, Japanese calligraphy for the Danish national karate coach.
Custom piece, Japanese calligraphy.
Work in progress
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