Artist Bio
Ingrid Wessel BernalArt Photographer Biography Born in Venezuela in 1970 and now based in Norway, my work is shaped by an intimate connection with nature, memory, and the unseen. My artistic journey began in childhood with oil landscapes, but everything changed with the sudden loss of my father in an airplane accident when I was 11. In the wake of that event, art became my refuge—a means to navigate life's complexities. At 15, I moved to Norway, where the tranquil winter landscapes inspired my transition from painting to photography. I worked in the darkroom for years before moving into digital photography, exploring the idea of " painting with light". I pursued formal studies in Art Photography at The Interdisciplinary Art Institute in Bærum, Bilder Nordic, and the Oslo Art Photography Academy, learning from talented artists such as Fin Sersk-Hanssen, Richard Ferrar, Carll Goodpasture, Julio Silva, Tammo Rits, and Manit Sriwanichpoom. My artistic practice is informed by a belief in the spirit that inhabits all things, guiding my exploration of connections that shape our experiences. This perspective enriches my understanding of light and presence, while the serene landscapes around me invite a sense of stillness. My work has been showcased internationally, with exhibitions in Bangkok, Art Basel Miami, and galleries in Oslo and Los Angeles. I have been published in Black and White Photography magazine and received an honorable mention in the Monochrome Awards. Additionally, I have sold my work to private collectors. I continue to work with photography as a form of exploration, drawing from my personal journey and cultural influences. I invite you to read my artist statement for a deeper understanding of my creative philosophy and the themes that inspire my work