The Placements and Forms Collection

Over the last decade, Malene Birger has been honing her craft, delving deep into the layers of her paintings and paper artworks to create a tactile and engaging narrative behind her abstract forms. Influenced by the likes of Robert Motherwell, Franz Kline, Pierre Soulages and the masters of black abstract paintings, she has always found inspiration in the bold monochrome expressions these artists championed.

“I can find inspiration and ideas everywhere,” Malene explains. “The days when I really feel that I have painted or created something with a new expression stand out to me. These days are wonderful and full of energy.”

The six prints embody a harmonious blend of graphic, geometric and abstract elements rendered in bold brushstrokes and fine lines. The use of paper, acrylic and ink, along with layered collages, gives each piece a unique texture and story.

Made in a process of flow and intuition, the works reflect Malene’s continuous journey to find new expressions within her signature style. “It’s an intuitive process—a feeling, a look, perhaps even my inner balance, that guides me. When I’m in the flow, I don’t really think much. I just work; I’m free, going with the flow and the energy. The more I work, the better and stronger my work becomes.”

The result is a balance of strong, graphic forms and monochrome expressions that evoke the powerful contrasts of black and white, day and night and the vastness of the universe. Each artwork is designed to stand alone while simultaneously creating a cohesive whole when viewed together.

Ultimately, Malene hopes that her work resonates with others: “I’d like to think that people feel a sense of connection and inspiration when they view my art. I love to see my art in other people’s homes, put together in different ways. That’s really satisfying,” she says.