"It is always magic...the meeting of the elements earth and fire." Etiye Dimma-Poulson
The sculptural pieces of Artist Etiye Dimma-Poulsen are amazing! Her pieces are made of iron mesh which she then covers and forms with clay. She then paints and bakes them in the "oven". They are filled with so much "raw" expression, subtle and vibrant tones, and wonderful personality.
"Born in 1968, in Aroussi, a rural village in Ethiopia, Etiyé Dimma Poulsen was orphaned at age two. Adopted by a Danish friend of the family, Gunnar Poulsen, Etiyé Poulsen’s turbulent childhood led her through Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, and finally to Denmark. As a remedy for the constant uprooting and difficulties of communication that characterized her childhood, she began to paint at the age of fourteen. When no other alternative existed, painting became her expressive outlet. Poulsen studied art and art history in Denmark for two years. At 22, she traveled to France to live with partner and fellow artist Michel Moglia. Inspired by Moglia, Poulsen began sculpting in ceramics to once again communicate her worldview and emotions. In 1993, she relocated her studio to Antwerp, Belgium, where she presently lives and works." -tadias.com. Etiye's work has been on exhibit all around the world. Read more about her by visiting her website: etiye.com
