Linda Bergkvist
Delicate, tortured souls who pout and glower from behind shimmering, windblown locks are a welcome fantasy theme. Linda Bergkvist obviously revels in this long-standing tradition, but many of her most luminously beautiful creatures share a common, if controversial trait: they’re men.
When the artist formerly known as Enayla isn’t wickedly pricking our sexual biases, she is still creating compelling, layered portraits that are equal parts haunting and hopeful. Many of Ms. Bergkvist’s moody figures restlessly wait in their darkly vibrant environs, for a sign or omen that may never come. Other of her more carefree creations simply live in the moment, enjoying the life and companions they’re given.
Whatever your outlook, you’ll certainly enjoy Linda’s beautiful works. Just leave your gender issues at the door.
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Posted on Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 by Jeff in Artists.
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Absolutely beautiful artwork. Your imagination is so damn GOOD! ! !
I guess i can call myself an artist, and that i’ve made some good paintings before. But none of them can be compared to yours! I can’t even begin to describe how amazing these really are. Awesome! Cool! Beautiful! Creative! You really did put a lot of effort for these! Keep up the great work!
Fantastic art! Great artist and works!!!
The clear evidence I’ve seen that Ms. Bergkvist has sampled photos for a few pieces doesn’t — for me — diminish the beauty and creativity of her works as a whole.
Please ignore (delete, if possible) the message I posted previously – the most realistic works are very highly referenced, so it shouldn’t be surprising that there are images online that resemble some parts of her paintings. In fact, it’s to be expected. I can easily recreate a photo w/o tracing, color picking, etc. I find it hard to believe that a much more experienced artist can’t do the same.
Linda Bergkvist’s work is nothing short of amazing – her visions, the use of color, and her compositions are at a Master level – and NONE that comes from photos.