Author: nakedcarlyart

Carly Swenson is a visual artist who was born and raised in Havre, Montana. She received her BFA from Bemidji State University in Minnesota. Her Fine Arts degree included a 2D emphasis with an Art History minor. During her time at university, she studied abroad on several occasions, traveling to various countries including China, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, the Czech Republic and the United Kingdom. These experiences of captivating cultures, remarkable architecture, extraordinary art and fascinating people as well as Swenson’s interest and love of Art History play a persistent inspiration for her work. Currently, she is living and working in the twin cities, after having spent seven years living in Europe. Living abroad was a fantastic experience. She spent three years on the beautiful Portugese island of Terciera in the Azores. Before Terceira, she spent four years residing in England. Since childhood, Swenson has been creating some form of art. Now in her thirties, art is still an innate part of her. Copyright Notice: All images (artwork and photography) are the sole copyright material of Carly Swenson, unless otherwise noted. Any images not owned by Carly Swenson have been used with the consent of the copyright holder. Please do not reuse/publish/edit/copy/etc. any images from this blog without consent of the copyright holder. Thank you for your understanding and respect of artistic integrity.

image progression: caught in between

May 24, 2018 0

my failed marriage & the subsequent two years: part 3 • a mild winter

January 2016: My panic attacks are more frequent as my entire life feels uncertain. For the first time in my life, I don’t have a solid plan in place. I don’t have clear expectations of what will happen, and where that should lead. For, genuinely, the first time in my life, I'm relaying solely on... Continue Reading →

May 23, 2018 0

featured artist: black coffee & waffle bar

For the months of May and June (and perhaps into July) my work will be on display and available for purchase at the Black Coffee & Waffle Bar on Como Ave. in Minneapolis. Prices range from about $35-$200. For those of you in the Twin Cities who are interested in seeing some of my recent... Continue Reading →