My meditation

I've drawn and painted since I can remember, I know it's a cliche, but it has always been my place to escape. In kindergarden I would sit for hours and just draw, it was my favorite thing to do. When I was twelve I started to draw celebrities (should've had Instagram back then!). Then I discovered watercolors and I painted everything I could see from my window. Then there was the angels - I drew them in pencil and in red and black charcoal. Same with torsos - my mom has two large pictures in the living room. Then I started fashion school and I had to draw ladies of course - or figurines as it's called in fashion. And I loved it. I would sit all night long drawing figurines. But then I got tired of my controlled expression, I just couldn't find a way to draw that I really liked - before I tried drawing with my left hand. That was a total new experience and so much more spontaneous. Scary and uncomfortable yes, but also a sense of freedom because it couldn't be perfect anyway. 
It requires courage and always when I start a new drawing I have to be fearless - I can't think because then I'll fuck it up. And that's what I love - the absolute surrender as if I'm possessed. I don't really have any control over my hand (not like I have with my right hand anyway) I'm just doing, but the tricky part is when I start to think and try to control my hand - as I very often do. It is really like meditation. The drawings and paintings where I've managed to just let it flow are the best ones. I should say that I paint with my right hand, but always sketch up using my left. 

These pictures was very spontaneous - it just came over me. 
I'm launching prints in the webshop on monday with a special opening offer so stay tuned!

Paintings for sale

I have these original pieces for sale. They are all 50 x 70 cm with frames, 2800 Kr each. Contact me if you're interested:-) 

Mail: maja@stabelstudio.com

Tlf: 90194036

The Glass House

Often I find myself wanting to escape; just to be surrounded by nature. It's like the city clogs my mind and I need some clarity. Some peace and quiet. I'm addicted to social media and it scares the crap out of me. So I fell in love when I saw this place. I imagine I would leave my iphone and mac behind and just bring a notebook and some painting equipment. Bliss

Blank sheets

New year, new ideas and blank sheets – YES !

2013 was a year of learning – big time! And although it’s been some tough times I know that I have learned the lessons I needed to learn to move forward and evolve – to discover even greater things.

To start with I’ve learned that I don’t want to run a clothing label – not in the way you think of a normal clothing label anyway. That wasn’t my dream and never has been. But I'm very passionate about eco-fashion and sustainability and I want to have a say -  I want to teach and inspire and I want to make a difference. Like Stefan Siegel so brilliantly put it in this editor letter; we need to take action:

http://www.notjustalabel.com/editorial/editors_letter_2013

I don’t want to have a huge production where there’s a possibility that my clothes end up at sales and as storage leftovers - hey, I’m doing zero-waste! And seasonal clothing are sooo 2013 ;)
I need a better idea – a different solution for the way I run my business and I think I got it, just not quite ready to share it yet. But the idea is all in the name of going slow, thinking outside the box and co-creating with the customer.

A thing I wrote earlier this year (mostly to make myself remember) on ‘The way to success’ that I thought I’d share:

The way to success is when you understand that the journey is your destination; when you understand that if you’re happy and enjoying what you’re doing you are successful; when you understand that taking one step at the time is the only way; when you understand that you have to work your ass off, but you have to do it joyously; when you understand that every phase you’re in is beautiful and have something to teach you; when you understand that it's ok to fail - actually it's crucial because it's the only way you'll learn; when you understand that you need to flow with the river and grab the opportunities that sing to you; when you understand that you can’t do everything alone - you need to reach for help; when you understand that you’re not actually meant to struggle or stress – you’re meant to unfold naturally without pushing it too hard; when you understand how to detach and not believe your negative thoughts – they are only thoughts; when you understand that who you are and what you do is two separate things; when you understand that you’re not meant to be like anyone else – you’re meant to be you; when you understand that you don’t have to follow the rules – you have to follow your heart.

Your way to success depends on how you approach it.

My painting called 'Bliss'

One thing is for certain and that is that I'm gonna draw and paint a lot more this year as it's something I truly love to do. I have an exciting collaboration with Jan Thomas at the moment for a couple of illustration projects launching in March and April. And remember to follow me on Instagram for frequent posts: @stabelstudio  (mostly of drawings and paintings)

Stay tuned! 

I wish you an awesome 2014; live in the moment and discover the magic :)

And remember;
Be kind
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