girmåler
Girmåler is a traditional Norwegian folk art form that involves creating intricate patterns and designs on the skin using a heated iron. The practice is often associated with the Sami people, particularly in northern Norway, and is believed to have originated from ancient shamanistic rituals. The term "girmåler" translates to "iron painter" in English.
The process of girmålering begins with the application of a mixture of wax and charcoal to the
Girmålering is typically performed by women, and the designs are often passed down through generations within