'90s Kid

Incorporating aspects of pop culture from her childhood, Tanja Jensen's artwork feels dreamy and nostalgic

- By Tanja Jensen

When we're younger, we tend to see the world in a different way—the colors seem brighter, the summers feel longer and each moment has an extra touch of something magical about it. And although that magical spark appears to fade as we grow up, it's still there, we may just have to look a little harder to find it.

I've always been a child at heart and find inspiration in the toys, gadgets, food and pop culture that surrounded me growing up. Food especially, has always been an immense source of inspiration for me, but it's about more than just the food itself, it's the storytelling. The way a certain dish or snack has the ability to transport us to a specific moment in time and how it connects us to those memories.