I must admit that I don’t know much about art, but I love colors, style, and design. When these three elements are combined, I’m easily satisfied. So, why not follow me to an art exhibition here in Halsa that is only open six days a year: three days in the summer and three days in the winter?
A group of locals bought a residential house in the center of Halsa and used it for cultural activities. The house is small and has many activities, so when I heard of a three-day summer exhibition, I decided to visit. Accompanied by my husband and his camera, without any idea of what to expect, I was pleasantly surprised.
The gallery was manned by Ms. Borgny Bersås and Inger Lise Kristensen, who warmly welcomed us.
The first painting I saw was by Ms. Eilin Fonstad. She seems productive and has been widely exhibited at the grassroots level since 2003. Her colorful and entertaining style amused me, and I immediately loved the “colorful cows.”
Right across, I was captivated by a set of visuals made by graphic designer and illustrator Ms. Ingun Redalen White. This time, I felt a sense of mystery and loneliness. I love fashion, and seeing it integrated into dreamlike settings mesmerized me. The clever captions on each picture invited me to decipher the creator’s mind, but I couldn’t do it. That’s the essence of a dream.
Some glasswork from Hett Glass, run by Ms. Ellen Larsson and Kari Mølstad, was also displayed. A handcrafted glass of this quality gave me a nostalgic feeling and linked the exhibition to a long history.
It’s nice to explore the wonders that art can open up. I salute the efforts of the Halsa community, especially the volunteers, for this initiative.
Featured image for this blog post: “High Tea in Low Places” by Ms. Ingun Redalen White
