Resonance is the ability of something to evoke or suggest images, memories and emotions.
Calgary artist, Kristen Powell creates sound wave art.
Click through the artwork below to see more sound wave art in each series.
Sound waves from songs were used to make these abstract alcohol ink paintings. Click here to buy sound wave art and prints.
20”x20”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Ahead by a Century” by The Tragically Hip
18”x18”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Knocking at the Door” by Arkells
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Lavender Haze” by Taylor Swift
20”x20”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Skinny Love” by Bon Iver were used to make this piece.
18”x18”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Imagine” by John Lennon
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Bejeweled” by Taylor Swift
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Living Free” by MEEKS
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Goliath” by Smith and Tell
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “White Lights” by The Rural Alberta Advantage
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Wanderer” by Reuben and the Dark
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
16”x16”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “One” by U2
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “It’s Alright” by Mother Mother
11”x14”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Comin’ Homey” by City and Colour
24”x24”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran were used to make this piece.
Tequila Sunrise
24”x24”
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from the song “Tequila Sunrise” by The Eagles.
24"x24"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "In My Body" by SYML were used to make this piece.
“Dancing Queen”
Alcohol Ink on Board
18”x12”
*This piece was donated to the Branch Out Foundation as part of their "Your Brain on Art" fundraiser. Prints are available for purchase here.
“Dancing Queen” was created to represent the research of Taylor Chomiak and his project “Ambulosono.” This program helps people with Parkinson’s improve their walking gait by using music as a reward based cue. I was inspired by the story of one of the participants who used the song “Dancing Queen” by Abba to see positive results in her ability to walk. The research suggests that the music needs to be connected with a memory or emotion to see the best outcome. Furthermore, the song needs to include the melody and not simply the beat or rhythm. In my artwork, I have represented this song using sound waves in circular form. The left sides of the circle are sound waves from a karaoke version of “Dancing Queen” without the melody. The right side sound waves are from the original song. I have used colours in the background to represent the brain scans of a Parkinson’s brain (left) and a brain responding to music (right). On top of the piece are two linear graphs, which represent the change in velocity and acceleration of someone walking to the different kinds of music. You can see how the walking stride becomes longer and more regular when listening to the emotionally connected music (right). This piece represents how music, emotion and health are intertwined.
18”x18”
Sound waves from the song “Heart in Two” by Reuben and the Dark were used to make this piece.
20"x20"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Fire and the Flood" by Vance Joy were used to make this piece.
12"x12"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Until It Happens to You" by Lady Gaga were used to make this piece. Proceeds from this piece were donated to The Breaking Free Foundation in Calgary. Prints are available for purchase with profits going to trauma related charities in Calgary.
10"x10"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Green Light" by Lorde were used to make this piece.
20"x20"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Purple Rain" by Prince were used to make this piece.
18"x18"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Passionfruit" by Drake were used to make this piece.
24"x24"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "A Drop in the Ocean" by Ron Pope were used to make this piece.
20"x20"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Heart of Gold" by Neil Young were used to make this piece.
16"x16"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Wake Up" by Arcade Fire were used to make this piece.
12"x12"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Girl on Fire" by Alicia Keys were used to make this piece.
10"x10"
Alcohol ink on canvas
Sound waves from the song "I'm Like a Bird" by Nelly Furtado were used to make this piece.
12"x12"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "Angel" by Sarah McLachlan were used to make this piece.
11”x14”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Gold on the Ceiling” by The Black Keys were used to create this original piece of art.
8"x8"
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song "I Am Woman" by Helen Reddy were used to make this piece.
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Poison and Wine” by The Civil Wars were used to create this original piece of art.
9”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Paris” by The Chainsmokers were used to create this original piece of art.
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Counting Stars” by One Republic were used to create this original piece of art.
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Sweetest thing” by U2 were used to create this original piece of art.
12”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Don't Stop Believin'” by Journey were used to create this original piece of art.
16”x16”
Wood Burning and Stain on Board
Sound waves from the songs “Man I Feel Like a Woman", “That Don't Impress Me Much,” "You're Still the One" and “From This Moment On” by Shania Twain were used to create this original piece of art.
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Be Still” by The Fray were used to create this original piece of art.
16”x16”
Wood Burning and Stain on Board
Sound waves from the song “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash were used to create this original piece of art.
24”x24”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the songs “Dare You to Move, “Unsteady” and “Ghost” were used to create this original piece of art.
8”x8”
Alcohol Ink on Canvas
Sound waves from the song “Unsteady” by X Ambassadors were used to create this original piece of art.
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Ghost” by Ella Henderson were used to create this original piece of art.
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele were used to create this original piece of art.
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Icarus” by Bastille were used to create this original piece of art.
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Take Me to Church” by Hozier were used to create this original piece of art.
9”x12”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Dare You to Move” by Switchfoot were used to create this original piece of art
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “Where is the Love” by The Black Eyed Peas were used to create this original piece of art.
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song "The Sign" by Ace of Base were used to create this original piece of art.
Custom sound wave art work is a unique way to record a memory, significant event or special moment in your life. Each piece is hand crafted and lovingly made with you in mind. Shipping is available Canada wide.
Alcohol ink on board
Sound waves from the song “Into the Mystic” by Van Morrison was used to make this piece.
LOVE YOU FOREVER
36"X6"
OIL ON BOARD
“My mom is a teacher and “Love You Forever” is her favourite book. She used to read it to my brother and I before bed. We designed this gift with Kristen to celebrate her retirement.. Before she opened it, I gave her a copy of her favorite book that we all signed and then she opened the gift and tears of happiness came flowing from her eyes after she saw her sound wave art” -Nevan J.
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from the Song “Gotta Have You” by the Weepies.
10”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from the song “If I Ain’t Got You”
Sound waves from the song “I Will” by Michael Fitzgerald were used to make this custom sound wave print.
(LEFT TO RIGHT)
SIMPLE SONG-24"X24" ALCOHOL INK ON CANVAS,
MEMORY- "10"X10" ALCOHOL INK ON BOARD,
KASHMIR-24"X24" ALCOHOL INK ON CANVAS,
I'VE BEEN THIS WAY BEFORE- 10"X10" ALCOHOL INK ON BOARD
Sound waves from the song “You’re My Best Friend” by Queen were used to make this custom sound wave print.
Are you with me-12"x12", Alcohol ink on board
"A little over a month ago I found Kristen on Instagram and I immediately fell in love with her work. There is so much more meaning behind what she does than just a painting. I ordered a piece from her for my husband's birthday with the song waves for "Are You With Me" (our song). She emailed me back just over a week later with the most beautiful abstract ocean/sky theme that fit the lyrics to the song! My husband was speechless when he received it on his birthday! Kristen definitely exceeded my expectations! I am so happy she could make a piece for us that we can look at daily to remind us of the memories we shared together dancing to that song. Thank you Kristen!" -Kayla L.
i carry your heart in my heart, 36"x6", Wood burning
"We all have a song, poem or sound which perfectly embodies a time or space or relationship in our lives that, upon hearing it, are immediately transported to that space and time or into the arms of the loved one. Kristen provides the visualization of these memory triggers, by turning the sound waves of your chosen sound and transforming it into a stunning piece of visual art, so the people and places who have touched us are never far from our conscious thought. I gave my sister a poem that we shared between us, E.E. Cummings, "I carry your hear in my heart". She cried immediately when she saw it because it already carried so much meaning for us. It was a beautifully effective way to tell my sister how much I love her. Kristen created the art piece, but the image belongs to my sister and I. A customized Resonance Art piece is the next gift you should buy for someone really special." -Kelly B.
Sympathy for the devil, 8"x8", Alcohol ink on board
"Sound wave art is a perfectly unique gift for anyone – music lover or not! It gets hard to keep gift giving meaningful and creative and Kristen's art is the perfect solution. Not only can you make it personal using a favourite song or special voice note, she offers so many options in terms of surface, colour, sound waves etc. that the gift comes out truly being a one-of-a-kind for that someone special." -Laura W.
Sound waves from the song “Long Time Running” by The Tragically Hip were used to make this custom sound wave print.
Crazy Love- 8"x8", Digital Print
"My wife and I also purchased one as wedding gift and received one as a wedding gift , and as a music lover I love this idea both to give and receive . I feel it is the perfect gift for almost everyone . Well done on this great concept !" -Neil W.
Thinking Out Loud, 12”x12”, Digital Sound Wave Print
How Would You Feel, 12”x12”, Digital Sound Wave Print
I Love You Mom, 8”x8”, Sound Wave Art Print
I Won’t Let You Go, 11”x17”, Sound Wave Art Print
I Love You, “10x8”, Sound Wave Art Print
This wood burning piece was made with sound waves from the song “All I Want is You” by U2.
Sound waves from binaural beats were used to make the chakra pieces. Read the blog for more information.
Sound waves from guided meditations were used to make the meditation pieces. Click here to buy sound wave art and prints.
Introducing my "Essential Sound" Series. This piece was made with a cymatic diagram of the frequency of Rose Essential Oil. Rose oil is at 320 hz, the highest of all the oils. The piece includes a lava stone in the center where you can add the oil!
Introducing my "Essential Sound" Series. This piece was made with a cymatic diagram of the frequency of Frankincense Essential Oil. Frankincense oil is at 147 HZ. The piece also includes a lava stone in the center where you can add the oil!
Introducing my "Essential Sound" Series. This piece was made with a cymatic diagram of the frequency of Lavender Essential Oil. Lavender oil is at 118 HZ. The piece includes a lava stone in the center where you can add the oil!
"Crown Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the crown chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
Click here to purchase this piece.
"3rd Eye Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the 3rd eye chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
"Throat Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the throat chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
"Heart Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the heart chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
"Solar Plexus Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the solar plexus chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
"Sacral Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the sacral chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
"Root Chakra"
12"x12"
Alcohol Ink on Board
This piece was made with sound waves from a binaural beats recording set to a frequency to balance the root chakra. The colour pattern is based on the theory of cymatics.
For more information on this series, please read the blog.
Deep Centering
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from a guided meditation were used to create this original piece of art.
Morning Meditation
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from a guided meditation were used to create this original piece of art.
Summer Solstice
8”x10”
Alcohol Ink on Board
Sound waves from a guided meditation were used to create this original piece of art.
"Solfeggio Series" Alcohol ink on board. These pieces are based on the Solfeggio frequencies. Solfeggio frequencies make up the ancient 6-tone scale thought to have been used in sacred music. 396 Hz – Letting of of Guilt and Fear. 417 Hz – Facilitating Change. 528 Hz – Transformation. 639 Hz – Connecting. 741 Hz – Intuition. 852 Hz – Spirituality. The images were made using the cymatic diagram of each frequency.
Aum
12"x6"
Wood burning on board
Sound waves from the sound "aum" being chanted were used to make this piece. "Aum" is the sound of the universe.
Namaste
12"x3"
Wood burning on board
Sound waves from the word "namaste" being said aloud were used to make this piece.
Sound wave art inspired by quotes. Click here to buy sound wave art and prints.
16"x8"
Wood burning on board
Sound waves from the phrase "C'est la vie" being said aloud were used to make this piece.
16"x8"
Oil on Board
Sound waves from the phrase "Carpe Diem" being said aloud were used to make this piece.
36"x6"
Oil on Board
Sound waves from the song "Imagine" by John Lennon were used to make this piece.
36"x6"
Oil on Board
Sound waves from the song "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley were used to make this piece.
Every Little Thing
24"x12"
Wood Burning
Sound waves from the song "Love is All You Need" by The Beatles were used to make this piece.
Can’t Help Falling in Love
36"x6"
Wood Burning
Sound waves from the song "Can’t Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley were used to make this piece.
Isn’t She Lovely
20"x10”
Oil on Board
Sound waves from the song "Isn’t She Lovely" by Stevie Wonder were used to make this piece.
Sound wave art designed digitally. Click here to buy sound wave art and prints.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Singin in the Rain” from the original musical were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x10”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Human” by Rag'n'Bone Man were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x10”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “I Wana Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x10”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Let It Be” by The Beatles were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Rise Up” by Andra Day were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x10”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Everlong” by The Foo Fighters were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x10”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clapton were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “The Scientist” by Cold Play were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Run the World” by Beyonce were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Girls Just Wana Have Fun” by Cindy Lauper were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “Constant Craving” by KD Lang were used to create this digital piece of art.
8”x8”
Digital Sound Wave Design
Sound waves from the song “I'm Every Woman” by Whitney Houston were used to create this digital piece of art.
Artwork from the series "What Doesn't Kill You" and "The Infection" using sound waves and images of diseases. Read the blog to find out more about this series!
This project investigates the relationship between speech, sound and influence. I believe charismatic speakers can make a difference in world events. Our world is shaped by thoughts that become words and finally become actions. I investigate the complex connection between what we hear and what we believe. My work explores the influence of power on what we hear. Powerful words said by a person without power can become influential. Messages heard from powerful people, regardless of validity, are often believed without reservation. I explore how marginalized voices during protest often require action to be heard.
“The Infection” Series of alcohol ink paintings on vellum, mounted in led light boxes.
Sound waves from quotes by Donald Trump are paired with images of STIs under a microscope.
“What Doesn’t Kill You, Part 1” Series of alcohol ink paintings on petri dishes, mounted on led light boxes.
Sound waves from quotes by politicians and intellectuals are paired with images of deadly diseases under a microscope
“What Doesn’t Kill You, Part 2” Series of alcohol ink paintings on petri dishes, mounted on led light boxes.
Sound waves from quotes by politicians and intellectuals are paired with images of deadly diseases under a microscope.
"Grab ‘Em by the Pussy", 8"x10", Alcohol Ink on Vellum
Sound waves from speech by Donald Trump and images of herpes virus under a microscope were used to create this piece of art. Displayed in a light box.
"Such a Nasty Woman", 8"x10", Alcohol Ink on Vellum
Sound waves from speech by Donald Trump and images of Gonorrhea under a microscope were used to create this piece of art. Displayed in a light box.
"Blood Coming Out of Her", 8"x10", Alcohol Ink on Vellum
Sound waves from speech by Donald Trump and images of blood cells under a microscope were used to create this piece of art. Displayed in a light box.
"Pregnancy is an Inconvenience", 8"x10", Digital Media Design
Sound waves from speech by Donald Trump and images of chlamydia under a microscope were used to create this piece of art. Displayed in a light box.
“Leukaemia” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“Ebola” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“Lung Carcinoma” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“Listeria” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“HIV” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“Influenza” 10cm, Alcohol Ink on Petri Dish
This petri dish is to be displayed on top of a sound wave on a light box.
“STI Poster” 16”x20”, Digital Design
This poster depicts all of the STIs shown in “The Infection” along with the quotes related to the sound waves used.
“Deadly Disease Poster” 16”x20”, Digital Design
This poster depicts all of the diseases shown in “What Doesn’t Kill You” petri dishes along with the quotes related to the sound waves they sit on.
