Far from Euthymia
My book, Far from Euthymia is a graphic novel / illustrated poem about bipolar disorder and hospitalization. It is a story told through metaphors, greek mythology and the visual language of fairy tales and horror. The book was made in 8 weeks for my final degree project at Konstfack University of Arts and Crafts in Sweden.
Neurotransmission Nymphs
Achlys (Goddesss of Suffering)
Achlys
Panacea (Goddess of medicine)
Panacea, spreading a blanket of lithium. Made using a collage of medicine information pamphlets.
Sample spread
I created my own tools and brushes to use with liquid ink. For some illustrations I really wanted to give up control and then use the results.
In order to find the right feeling and shapes for the character Achlys I painted quickly with hand made tools and liquid inks to achieve an uncontrolled and chaotic result.
The Maniae (Manifestations of manic symptoms) I used three hares as symbols for a lot of reasons. I can't fit it all into this image caption though.
Excitation
Process of "Excitation" This was made using liquid inks and pencils.
Agitation
Inspiration
The book was printed in 30 copies. The cover design was made to be empty, boring and white. Something from a hospital waiting room.
Oizys (Goddess depression)
