I have decided to go on a journey and follow my ancestral roots. I believe this journey actually started before I arrived in Denmark on Aug. 2, 2018. It actually began in January 2016 when I asked my inner Viking Goddess Adrenis, "what shall I paint". I was meditating and writing in my journal at the time. Her response to me was, "follow your Viking Roots, and look to nature for your answers". At the time, as my inner Viking wrote this, I thought nothing of it. Well, except for I thought it was an interesting idea. I had no idea how this would unfold in my actual life. I trusted in the universal laws to guide me on my path.
I continued my work in the film industry as a scenic artist/painter. I started meditating more and looking at nature and painting. I was having fun and enjoying life with my friends and family. I was actually starting to have deeper connections with all those around me. Plus a deeper connection to the spirit world. Family that had passed away were communicating to me through my artwork. You will see this in the painting titled, Paradise through Laila's eyes. 

I can't always explain the images that appear in my paintings because they come from somewhere outside of myself. 
I am exploring my Danish ancestral roots, and I believe this will help me get even deeper into the meaning of my artwork.
I am here in Copenhagen, Denmark now, and as I uncover more layers I will continue to share on this Vendel Arts blog with you. So keep posted for more interesting sharing about my artistic journey through my ancestral roots.

Artistically yours, Sussanne Hoiberg

Because.... you just got to Believe in your goals, dreams, visions, aspirations, miracles or whatever you desire in life. A belief is only a thought you keep thinking, so why not make it a good thought!! And if you really believe, you will manifest your desires!!
For artists, painters, musicians, dancers, writers, sculptors this is not always easy because of the turbulence of life. But if you really believe in your gift you can overcome it!! Sometimes it is nice when someone gives an artist guidance and support.
I like to support up and coming artists whenever I can. This is why I am donating this painting, to The Just Believe Foundation. This foundation is the inspiration of Delaney Rose, a break through mentorship (non-profit) program for all ages and all art programs.
This painting is titled "Just Believe" because it was created during a concert for the Just Believe Foundation in May 2016. I painted live expressionist watercolour while Delaney was singing and playing her guitar. If you look closely in the background you can see magical images. Someone told me, they are The Elementals. This is truly a magical piece and I am so happy to be donating this piece to Delaney and her foundation. This is the second painting I created during a live musical performance, it is truly moving, inspirational and so so much fun!!
This painting Just Believe will be unveiled at the Just Believe Foundation launch Medieval Event, conference, workshops, buffet dinner and Live musical  concerts, Saturday,
June 24th from 3pm to 11pm.
Schedule: 3pm-6pm conference, & workshops
                 6pm Buffet Dinner
                 7pm to 11pm live musical performances inside & outside.
                 8:45 pm Delaney Rose concert
                 with Sussanne Hoiberg live watercolour expressionist painting!!
for more information go to www.justbelievefoundation.com
or www.delaneyrose.com


See you there!!!!!

Artistically yours,

Sussanne Hoiberg, Artist and visionary

Note:
Is this a favourite painting of yours? You will be able to put in a bid. A sign up auction type sheet will be at the event on Saturday. Remember 100% of the proceeds will go to support the mentorship of artists in the Just Believe Foundation. So you to can help an artist to truly believe in their gift cause sometimes...... we just need a little help. Thank you!
The bidding will be open to the public until July 01, 2017. 
 

As an artist and a woman, there have been major shifts in life and my artwork. It is expressed in my emotions and through my artwork. I have been asking questions, filling in the missing pieces in my past, present & future life. It has not been easy. I feel as though I have been going through every  emotion possible, everything from extreme love for my family and friends..... and intense anger. Anger is an emotion I am learning to express. I was in a state of extreme sadness, depression which turned into anger. I did not know how to process or deal with it.
I am so grateful for my Danish Viking and ancestral roots. I called on my rune stones & Viking Ancestors (Gods)  for answers, guidance and direction. I looked to the Runes and to a professional therapist to work through everything. Is this a part of "growing up" or perhaps gaining more clarity.
It is because of this transition and clarity in my life and the reason for my intense need to create and paint the complete Elder Futhark series. There are 24 in this series.  I paint them as I see images in nature, through meditation or when I cast a rune stone.
Teiwaz is a Rune Symbol which I saw when I looked outside my window at the beautiful trees I am surrounded by. When I looked outside I realized that the image I saw in the trees, & rock formations means something!!! I am literally compelled and being directed to paint this symbol which looks like an arrow. Is this a message for myself... or message I need to share with the world?
Teiwaz was the first rune I painted in the series, it means Sky God Tyr, a warrior rune. Referring to truth, justice spiritual core, sacrifice for others. The Rune of balance and justice ruled from a higher rationality. It means honour & righteousness. It is symbolizes the positive forces ordering of the cosmos, and humankind through law and justice. Chaos comes to order. It is time to call on your ability to lead and serve as a hand of authority. It is time to act with personal honour and make out decisions in the interest of a just resolution.
As the skyGod Tyr did sacrifice, our honour will sometimes call upon us to make a sacrifice of ourselves so that justice and honour may be service.
I was quite a breakthrough for me, to paint this rune, because I knew deep within myself, that I am a warrior and leader. Through truth, honour and spiritual justice all will be revealed.

Artistically yours,

Sussanne Hoiberg, Viking Goddess, Spiritual warrior, and Artist!!

It is really raining outside, a great time to stay inside, and paint the sky what ever colour I want!! That is what I call artistic expression!! ...oh, and I have the artistic license. Tee..hee.
This piece is titled, "Paradise thru Laila's Eyes". Laila was/is my cousin, who passed away June 2015. I loved her dearly.  During one of my meditations at the beginning of 2016, I had questions for her. Like how are you feeling, where are you? I wanted to make sure she was in a happy place. Where does your spirit go when your body has expired? These were some of the questions I had for her.
Lucky for me during my meditation she took my hand and we went for a walk on the beach, (her beach in paradise). She showed me her happiness, and I felt the love in my heart. She said she was in a place where she felt such love,  joy, happiness, bliss and surrounded by magical beings.
The easiest way for me to show people in my life exactly what she said to me, was to paint it. Make sure you look closely for the magickal beings floating in the sky, mountains and flowers. The meditation lasted for 2 hours!! There was many feelings shared. She was so excited.
I had tears streaming down my face when the meditation was done, but they were tears of happiness, knowing my cousin was in a happy and loving place surrounded by magical beings.
My cousin spirit is "alive" in the mystical world in a very loving place and I am so happy about that!!
Whether this is a true fact or not, it does not matter. For it makes me happy and I know in my heart of hearts that Laila's spirit and energy is always with me.
With all my love,
Artistically yours,

Sussanne Hoiberg, Professional Artist

It seems as I clear more of the skeletons and deal with the "stuff" in my life it comes out in my artwork!!!! As I evolve and grow spiritually and intellectually I enjoy painting more and more!!

When I have no idea what to do next in my life I paint and write in my journal. I have these amazing ideas for new shows, studio gallery spaces.

Big plans for the future. I am very fortunate to have some wonderfully talented people in my circle of friends. They don't know it yet but they are all part of my new vision for a interactive studio Gallery space. I consider them to be my marketing managers. My flock of geese. I like the idea of a the V formation the geese fly in. Everyone takes turns being the leader of the group. Because we are all excellent leaders!

But of course, I am getting off topic, I want to share with you my new style of painting. Each piece I have painted this year has ghost like images in the background. Before I start a piece, I actually think about images in my head, and look for things in nature. I am mostly inspired my nature by the way. I love bright colours and I notice things as I am out walking. As I meditate images come to me of what I feel in pictures. Like the roses, a rose is love. I had the feeling I wanted to share with the world how I felt about the universe and all the wonderful people I am surrounded by on a daily basis. I always listen to music and this piece I was listening to love songs, OF COURSE!!! Like Barry White, Al Green and Frank Sinatra!!  I will dance and twirl .... look at my painting in progress and see images that must come out. I high light them so they are visible if you look for them. I sometimes don't know when to put the brush down, because I keep seeing more images. This one has at least 10 so far and I am not quite finished.

Stay tuned... for my next blog when I up load the finished piece. How many angels, dancers, horses, girls, and men can you see?

Artistically yours always,

Sussanne Hoiberg

Hello my art loving friends. It has been a while since I have shared my art life with you. It has been busy and fun.
​As you can see by these paintings, my style is evolving becoming more passionate, even more colourful and spiritually connected.  While I am painting I am connected to a part of myself that is out of this world. Look closely at my art especially in the background you can see images that are magical.
​I really am doing the happy dance while I am painting.
​A couple of these paintings are created during live musical performances with Delaney Rose, musician & song writer. I paint live while she sings. The vibration of the music and watercolour art is so much fun!!
​Music and art go so well together, art is music and music is art!!!!
​When is my next art & music show? I am open to new opportunities. Send me your ideas for music concerts with an artistic flare!!
​Please check out my artist inspired clothing line
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​Artistically yours!!!

​Sussanne Hoiberg

I love hanging out with artists and people who love art. What a bonus to be exhibiting at The Darts Hill Garden Park. This is my first time at this venue. I heard there is quite a variety of different kind of art displays.
But of course, I will be there, with some new pieces  and some favourites from my past. Right now, I am busy getting ready for the show, doing some last minute framing, trying to decide what I will bring. It will be a surprise. I will focus on pieces that make me think of nature and how I look at life.
My art tells a story of my life. I only just realized that the other day, when I looked at my pieces and where I was at when I painted each piece. So come by tomorrow ask me a question about my art, and where I was at in my life when I painted it.
See tomorrow, Saturday, June 20 from 4-8pm at Darts Hill Garden Park at 16 Avenue & 170th Street in South Surrey.