ScholarWorks > HHS > OT > OJOT > Vol. 13 > Iss. 1 (2025)
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Erin Barrus, MS, OTRL, BFA
Abstract
Even Edvardsen, a Norwegian occupational therapist and artist, provided the cover art for the Winter 2025 issue of the Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT). “Loppa 1” is a 60 x 80 oil on canvas that shares a glimpse into living in the Arctic Circle. It is the first in a series of 10 variations of the island of Loppa, a small island off the coast of Norway, further north of Tromsø. Even’s paintings are what he calls meditations on nature and everyday moments; he invites viewers to slow down and reconnect with the world around them. In today’s fast-paced world, Even believes art can help restore perspective and mindfulness. He aims to encourage others to find their inner artist and connect with the environment around them with a sense of stillness and wonder.
Recommended Citation
Barrus, E. (2025). Art, Nature, and Occupational Therapy in the Arctic Circle. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 13(1), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.2434
