Iris Helmig

Chance Encounter / Hidden Gem / Look Out The Window

iPad Pro and Apple Pencil on Procreate

Chance Encounter:
In the routine of taking the train to school, work, etc, there is little to be excited about. I wanted to explore how even in the mundane a chance encounter could bring colour and wonder. Like the girl meeting an angel, by looking up and noticing your surroundings, you may discover something new that changes your outlook and opens your world.

Hidden Gem:
Even in everyday tasks, like doing laundry, life can still be new and wonderful. You may even find a sleeping angel in your clothes, sparking whimsy into an otherwise boring chore. The golden hues and strong lighting of the piece lend itself to the dreamy atmosphere of uncovering a hidden gem, as you never know what the next moment may bring.

Look Out The Window:
A class environment is often seen as serious or stressful, but learning can also be eye-opening and interesting. Like the creativity and wonder that this environment can bring, Koinobori swim outside the window as a symbol of courage in our years of growth. With an angel as your guide, you only need to look outside to realize the joys they bring.