J.G. Arvidsson’s practice primarily focuses on painting, often featuring people and figures, typically shown in profile or silhouette. His art tells stories that are intentionally open to various interpretations whilst recurring symbols and elements throughout his work help create a framework that guides viewers in forming their own personal interpretations.
J.G.Arvidsson’s technique reflects a balance between intention and subtle ambiguity. He uses a variety of media, including paint, canvas, and oil stick on reclaimed wood, often layering them thickly and then scraping away to reveal underlying textures. This approach adds depth to both the physical work and the narrative, creating a strong, tactile feel.
While his art is rooted in personal and semi-autobiographical themes, J.G.Arvidsson intentionally makes his work accessible to broader social and human issues. His paintings invite viewers to engage with these larger ideas on their own.
J.G.Arvidsson (b. 1989, Ethiopia) lives and works in Malmø, Sweden. He graduated with his Master of Fine Art at The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Art’s School of Painting in June 2023. The gallery opened its first solo with J.G.Arvidsson in August of 2023. The artist has gone on to show work with Liljevachs, Stockholm.