thor-arne moen

Thor Arne Moen - (Foto:Geir Anders Rybakken Ørslien)

 

 

Thor-Arne Moen, a renowned visual artist, was born and raised in Øyer in the enchanting Gudbrandsdalen. With a career spanning two decades, he is operating both his private studio and gallery Vidsyn in Hafjell – Norway, as well as a secondary atelier in the picturesque village of Badalucco – Italy. In addition to fulfilling bespoke commissions and exhibiting works through his gallery, Thor-Arne curates 3 to 4 solo exhibitions in Norway/Italy annually. His paintings are represented in 12 countries on several continents.  

Thor-Arne holds a formal education from INN university to become an art teacher, where he studied under the esteemed painter Odd Haakensveen. Beyond his visual artistry, he has been a passionate poet for over 30 years, culminating in the publication of his evocative poetry collection, Lyrikk, pensel og djupe drag (“Poetry, Brushstrokes, and Deep Reflections”) in 2020.

The House, the Boat, the Horizon, and the Human Connection.                                                                                                                                   

Thor-Arne’s paintings are rendered in acrylic on fine linen canvas. With his paintings he intends to create an experience of tranquility and harmony. Yet, the artworks also spark curiosity and introspection. His semi-abstract works are inspired profoundly by human interactions, beauty of nature and houses in different shapes and ages. He always works listening to music of diverse genres which affects his artistic expression. In his creations, you will encounter interpretations of cultural landscapes, urban environments, and coastal vistas adorned with sailboats. His work further human diversity and his desire to counteract exclusion.

“It is in the encounter with the audience that art comes alive and begins its new story.”

 

Thor-Arne offers:

– Private viewings at his gallery.                                                        

– Art trial placements in your home and cabin. 

– Consultations and planning for custom artworks and decorative pieces for homes, vacation properties, and commercial venues.

 

“Seize the day… and the moment. I am looking forward to meeting you.”

 

Ordering a painting / decoration from scratch

A filmproject by students from HIL (university of film) as a portrait.