T H E  M A K E R 

C A M I L L E • N O R D G R E N

As an artist, I am deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest, where I was born and raised. Growing up, I was taught the value of re-using, fixing, making, bartering, and trading, which instilled in me a deep sense of resourcefulness and creativity. Both sides of my family were makers, with engineers on one side and a well-known saddle and leather craftsman and silversmith on the other.

My upbringing and family history have had a profound impact on my art, inspiring me to delve deeper into the way things work and to create beautiful pieces that reflect my love for the natural world. I am constantly exploring new materials and techniques, using my creativity to find beauty in unexpected places.

 I am inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the creative energy of the artists around me. My art is a celebration of this beauty and a reflection of my lifelong love for and career in the arts.