With Viking lore, and old fishing traditions, some have described Hrísey Island as a magical place. Set in a fjord surrounded by the beautiful snowcapped Tröllaskagi (Troll Peninsula), with adventurous pathways meandering through refreshing Angelica fields. My planned 2020 residency there had been postponed due to the pandemic, and it was uncertain whether I'd be able to go in October 2021 until about two weeks prior to departure. I was thrilled when travel restrictions were lifted. The country reopened to travelers, so there weren't many tourists compared to my previous 2018 family trip. After landing in Akureri, the residency's manager Linda gave me a ride from the airport to the island ferry, when she asked me, "do you like being alone?" Turns out, the other artists had canceled so I was by myself for the month. I came to enjoy the solace, and getting to know the islanders. It allowed me time to escape the normal routine and to focus on work. I was seeking simplicity, and found inspiration in this harsh, ethereal land.