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MYRFIVEL - INGELIN DOKMO NORHEIM
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Wild arctic clay, collected in beautiful Adventdalen.
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My name is Ingelin Dokmo Norheim. I grew up on the island of Svalbard, and have now returned with my own little family. I am raising three wild boys in the arctic, while I create with the vast nature around me.
The heart of my creative journey lies in the act of foraging — collecting from the Arctic land and sea using only what nature provides. It begins on my walks, often with my three boys by my side. With their curious eyes, they help me discover the smallest of treasures that spark inspiration.
I often reflect on the timelessness of my craft. My art could have been made at any point in history, which brings me a deep sense of connection — both to Mother Earth and our ancestors, who lived in perfect harmony with nature.
I work with materials gifted by the land: fallen antlers, shells, stones, fossils, fur, down, drift wood, arctic clay, and even foraged plaster. I experiment with natural dyes derived from seaweed, grass, shells, stones, and mushrooms — each prepared in its own unique way.
My ceramic creations are composed solely by elements found on the island of Svalbard. This self-imposed limitation challenges me — but it also defines my practice: to create only with what Svalbard offers. I hope for you to feel a deep connection with my creations, and bring a piece of history back home.
"Wearable art, deeply rooted in place."
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I draw inspiration from the raw beauty of the Arctic wilderness, crafting jewelry that reflects it's vast, untamed nature. The organic feel of the pieces evokes a deep connection to the land and it's living beings.
"Antler jewelry, particular rings, often symbolizes strength, resilience, and connection to nature, reflecting the cyclical nature of life and renewal. They are seen as talismans, connecting the wearer to the wilderness, and reminding them of nature's enduring beauty and power."
Wearing clay against your skin, is very much like wearing the earth itself. Formed from soil, shaped by hand, and set by flame, each piece carries the deep wisdom of the land. It’s a gentle reminder that we are not separate from nature, but part of its rhythm — rooted, resilient, and ever-changing. Adorning yourself in foraged clay is more than decoration; it’s a return to simplicity, to stillness, to something honest and real.
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/ foraging
When foraging, I completely loose myself - and become one with my surroundings. The search for the various elements, ensures a deep connection to this vast paradise. The temper I incorporate in my wild arctic clays, all comes from the Arctic land, including cotton grass, straws, sand, and even coal sourced from the old mines. This unique blend not only enhances the aesthetic of the pieces, but also tells the story of the land from which they originate. Each creation is a testament to the beauty resilience of the Arctic environment.
When raku firing, the pieces are submerged in an iron pot, filled with soil from Bjørndalen.
Wild temper - cotton grass.
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