April 2nd – April 26th, 2026

Opening Reception: Saturday, April 4th, 2pm – 4pm

In the Eve Smart Gallery

MARIANNE HANSEN | Birds of Prey

Dedicated to the birds of prey on the Sunshine Coast, vignettes feature fibre sculpted birds alongside their prey in natural settings. Highlighting their delicate forms and powerful presences, Marianne Hansen’s fibre sculptures reflect these animal’s grace, power, and perception; and encourage the viewer to reflect on the raptors of the Sunshine Coast, our coexistence with them, and the impact that we have on their environments. The intention is to raise the level of awareness about how many different raptors live on our beautiful coast, what habitats they choose to live in, and what types of prey they seek out. Many of these birds have adapted to living within the human habitat. How do we consciously ensure the continuation of these natural wonders? 

Hansen’s artistic expression represents a culmination of refined skills developed over a lifetime, deeply rooted in her Scandinavian heritage of handwork passed down through generations. As she immerses herself in the creative process, she strives to capture the essence of nature, drawing inspiration from the raw beauty of the environments that she inhabits. Each piece is meticulously crafted using needle felting techniques or wet-felting techniques on a hand-formed wire armature, blending palettes of wool, silk, and other natural fibres. Hansen holds a Bachelors in Physical Education and she is a Registered Massage Therapist and Certified Tea Sommelier. She has exhibited her work in both group and solo exhibitions on the Sunshine Coast and Lower Mainland.