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Liv Hansen
Danish actress and illustrator
Studio Notes
Reflections on acting and illustration - from a Danish actress working between disciplines, languages, and moments of stillness.


The Objects on My Desk (And the Stories They Hold)
There’s a ceramic cup just to the right of my keyboard, filled with pencils — some sharpened to a perfect point, others worn down to...

Liv Hansen
Jul 7


My Favorite Vintage Color Palettes for Illustration
Most of my favorite colors aren’t flashy. They’re the ones you’d find in old magazines, on matchbox labels, or faded storybooks left out...

Liv Hansen
Jul 4


The Characters You Walk Past
There’s something about the characters we’re not meant to notice. Not the lead. Not even the named supporting role. The one standing...

Liv Hansen
Jun 25


Danish Illustrator Liv Hansen: Quiet Scenes and Vintage Storytelling
When I draw, I’m rarely setting out to capture something grand. It’s more often the small, familiar human things that hold my attention —...

Liv Hansen
Jun 16


Exploring Copenhagen’s Hidden Gems: A Local’s Guide to Art, Culture, and Creative Inspiration
Copenhagen is often celebrated for its vibrant culture, innovative design, and world-class culinary scene, but there’s so much more to...

Liv Hansen
Oct 6, 2024


Summer Mornings in Copenhagen: Quiet Scenes and Everyday Inspiration
There’s a particular kind of stillness to summer mornings in Copenhagen. The city doesn’t rush. Light spills in slowly — pale at first,...

Liv Hansen
Jun 24, 2024
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