
Storm Series Horizontal 82
US$ 3,700
Overview
2013
Graphite, Graphite and color pencil on mylar
Unique Work
Dimensions: 28cm (H) x 92cm (W) / 11" (H) x 36.2" (W)
Note: Actual colours may vary due to photography & computer settings
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About the art
Artist statement
So many different storms, so hard to capture.
Beginning in the wake of hurricanes Irene and Sandy, this artwork was made by tightly clasping a bunch of colored and graphite pencils held by both hands, drawing forcefully as a single moving multi-lined force.
The aim was to capture the very moment when clouds turn into rain.
Works within this series have won Grand Prizes in two different international Drawing Triennials, and are found in many private collections worldwide.
Artist profile

Jaanika Peerna
Born: 1971
Hometown: Estonia
Based in: New York
Jaanika Peerna is an Estonian-born artist whose work encompasses drawing, video, installations and performances. She creates abstract drawings on thin plastic paper through intuitive physical movements inspired by, and reminiscent of dance.
In Peerna's studio work, she uses the physical movements of her body to simulate natural forces such as falling …
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