I’ve been an artist my whole life and often refer to myself as a creative-jack-of-all-trades. I’m a published writer working on poetry and fiction that’s deeply entwined with the natural world. I’m a cyanotype artist, using the desert sun to bring my prints to life. I’m also a photographer, painter, and more. Whatever medium I’m working in, I’m primarily inspired by the outdoors, especially Utah and the greater Southwest where I’m based. I love bright, bold colors and art that feels both like home and adventure.
I endeavor to make my projects as sustainable as possible, no matter the medium. I believe that art inspired by the natural world should not harm that world. I believe creative reuse of materials is not just a solution to waste, but an opportunity to play. I don’t want my art to just reflect the earth and wild spaces that inspire me: I want it to help them heal.
Annika Durum 