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# Sune Christiansen Went From Graphic Design to Painting and Never Looked Back
- URL: https://www.catapult-platform.art/sune-christiansen-emerging-artist-from-denmark-showcasing-his-promising-art/
- Published: 2025-11-21T11:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-01-01T18:05:49.000Z
- Description: Graphic design trained, painter by conviction. Discover how Sune Christiansen turned color, play and instinct into a distinct painting language.
- Author: Dominique Catherina Foertig
- Tags: Featured

# Color as Instinct, Not Decoration

In the vibrant tapestry of contemporary art, few threads shine as brightly or weave as intricately as the work of [**Sune Christiansen**](https://www.instagram.com/sune%5Fchristiansen%5F214/?ref=catapult-platform.art). 

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The promsing Danish artist ****Sune Christiansen** meticulously adds finishing touches to a colorful abstract canvas. Surrounded by tools and paints, creativity flourishes as he brings his vision to life. The large canvas features bold, colorful shapes and patterns, with a rich mix of circles, lines, and geometric forms. The floor and walls around Sune Christiansen are splattered with paint, reflecting the dynamic and expressive nature of his workspace. Photo by Theis Mortensen

![sune christiansen applying fine details to abstract painting with airbrush in studio contemporary art colorful](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-contemporary-artist.webp)

****Sune Christiansen** in his Artist Studio Photo by Theis Mortensen

![sune christiansen applying fine details to abstract painting with airbrush in studio](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-art-practice.webp)

****Sune Christiansen:** The close-up reveals his intense focus and precision, using an airbrush to perfect his work. Photo by Theis Mortensen

Born in 1976 in Denmark, Christiansen has emerged as a tour de force in the art world, painting a path uniquely his own with brushstrokes that dance between the figurative and the abstract.

### The Alchemist of Art

Imagine a world where Picasso's dreams met Alice's Wonderland, all rendered in a color palette that would make even the most flamboyant peacock blush. 

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-aritst.webp)

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****Sune Christiansen:** Christiansen's process involves layering textures and integrating various materials to create depth and movement in his pieces. His studio, filled with scattered tools and vibrant splashes of paint, reflects his energetic and immersive approach to art-making. Each canvas tells a unique story, capturing the essence of his creative journey and artistic exploration. Photo Lasse Bech Marinusen

Welcome to the artistic realm of Sune Christiansen, a self-taught virtuoso from Copenhagen who has taken the art world by storm. 

With a background as eclectic as his creations - blending graphic design, art direction, and animation - Christiansen approaches his canvas like a mad scientist in a laboratory of imagination.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-artist-protrait-1.webp)

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Sune Christiansen in his Studio Photo: Jesper Bojlund

His fantastical creatures, psychedelic plants, and gravity-defying architectural wonders are born from a rebellious cocktail of mediums. 

Oil pastels dance with acrylic paints, while industrial enamel adds a touch of urban grit. It's as if he's conducting a visual orchestra, where each brushstroke and pixel plays its part in a symphony of surrealism.

![part 2 gallery showcasing sune christiansen's colorful abstract paintings: ](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-part-two-gallery-oakland-gallery-.webp)

****Part 2 Gallery showcases Sune Christinasen work:** In the minimalist setting of Part 2 Gallery, Sune Christiansen's exhibition showcases his vibrant and dynamic abstract paintings. The gallery's pristine white walls provide a perfect contrast to Christiansen's bold use of color and form, allowing each piece to stand out with its unique blend of graphic design and expressive artistry. His works, characterized by striking shapes and intricate patterns, invite viewers to immerse themselves in a world where creativity knows no bounds. This exhibition is a testament to Christiansen's innovative approach and his ability to transform spaces with his art.

Christiansen's artistic journey is as unconventional as his art itself. Without formal training, he's crafted a unique voice that explores power dynamics, hieroglyphs, and religious practices with a playful twist. 

His bold, vibrant palette evokes comparisons to artists like Kathrine Bradford, Eddie Martinez, and Tal R, yet remains distinctly his own. 

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-new-danish-artist-on-the-rise-2024.webp)

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****Sune Christiansen:** In his art practice, Sune Christiansen approaches his work with the curiosity and playfulness of a child in a playground. He experiments with a variety of tools and mediums, including pastels, acrylics, oils, and canvas, exploring textures and forms. The process involves intuitive mark-making and layering, resulting in dynamic and expressive abstract pieces. The studio environment, bathed in natural light and shadows, enhances the creative atmosphere. Christiansen's long and meticulous experiments culminate in unique, vibrant artworks that reflect his innovative approach and artistic journey. Photo by Theis Mortensen

In Christiansen's hands, the canvas becomes a portal to a world where the impossible becomes possible, and the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary.

## The Playground of Perception

Step into a Sune Christiansen exhibition, and you might feel like you've tumbled down the rabbit hole into a world where the rules of art have been gleefully tossed out the window. 

His recent show,[ **"Afterparty" at Bricks Gallery**](https://www.bricksgallery.dk/exhibitions/60-sune-christiansen-afterparty/press%5Frelease%5Ftext/?ref=catapult-platform.art), is a perfect example of Christiansen's artistic mischief at play.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/afterparty-at-bricks-gallery.webp)

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/installation-view-bricks-exhibition-.webp)

****"Afterparty" at Bricks Gallery** Exhibition View | Image Courtesy by the Artist and Gallery

Picture this: large-scale stoneware sculptures that look like they've been plucked from a giant child's toybox, balanced precariously as if defying not just gravity, but common sense. 

These colorful towers of whimsy stand guard over canvases exploding with abstract forms and untamed energy. 

It's as if the paintings themselves are still buzzing from the titular afterparty, caught in that delicious moment between revelry and reality.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-art-practice-explained.webp)

Sune Christiansen Studio View Photo by Theis Mortensen

But don't let the playful exterior fool you. Beneath the riot of color and form, Christiansen is exploring some heavy themes. The delicate balance between chaos and order. 

The tension between movement and stillness. The very nature of time and transformation. It's like finding a philosophy textbook hidden inside a comic book – unexpected, but utterly captivating.

## The Digital Meets the Dauber

In an age where the digital and the physical often seem at odds, Christiansen stands as a bridge between worlds. 

His exhibition at [**Alzueta Gallery in Barcelona**](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/artists/sune-christiansen/?ref=catapult-platform.art) showcased this harmonious blend, with works that seemed to flicker between the pixelated and the painted. 

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/alzueta-gallery-1.webp)

****Sune Christians** portrait at[ **Alzueta Gallery Barcelona**](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/artists/sune-christiansen/?ref=catapult-platform.art) in front of his masterpieces

Fantastical creatures cavorted across canvases, rendered in colors so vivid they practically hummed, while architectural motifs provided a structured counterpoint to the chaos.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-promising-ceramic-artist-and-painter-2024.webp)

Sune Christiansen and his Ceramic Works Photo Theis Mortensen

It's as if he's reminding us that in a world increasingly dominated by ones and zeros, there's still magic to be found in the unpredictable swoop of a paintbrush or the tactile grit of a pastel stick.

### Technique and Artistic Approach

Christiansen places a strong emphasis on materiality and texture, adding a tactile dimension to his paintings that engages viewers on a sensory level. 

His creative process is marked by experimentation and spontaneity, embracing the accidental and unexpected. 

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****Sune Christiansen** working on a lithographic stone in the workshop of Edition Copenhagen -> Photo Theis Mortensen

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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-divers-medium-artist.webp)

****Sune Christiansen** working on a lithographic stone in the workshop of Edition Copenhagen -> Photo Theis Mortensen

This approach is evident in his diverse use of mediums, from oil sticks and pastels to industrial enamel paints. 

Christiansen's work often features a blend of figurative and abstract elements, with a focus on the human figure and body language, evoking themes of power dynamics, symbolism, and intimacy.

## The Texture of Imagination

One of the most striking aspects of Christiansen's work is its tactility. 

In an era where so much of our visual consumption happens through flat screens, his paintings practically beg to be touched. (Note: Please don't actually touch the paintings. Gallery security tends to frown upon that.)

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/new-faces-in-contemporary-art-2024.webp)

****Sune Christiansen** in his Studio Photo by Theis Mortensen

This emphasis on texture and materiality adds a whole new dimension to his work. It's not just about what you see, but what you feel – or at least, what you imagine you might feel. 

[Viewpoint — pt.2:<p>pt.2: </p>![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a62ce57a803bbb2281576eb/1516948093747-BO5CYU0AAAXOZHAAFKV0/favicon.ico)pt.2:![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a62ce57a803bbb2281576eb/1516425320571-7G9CL1CE1K83S5PTZUL2/black_square_8in.jpg)](https://www.part2gallery.com/viewpointpublic?ref=catapult-platform.art)

Sune Christiansen at Part 2 Gallery

The thick impasto of paint, the chalky smudge of pastel, the glossy sheen of enamel – each element contributes to a sensory experience that goes beyond the purely visual.

## Exhibition Highlights

### **"Afterparty" at Bricks Gallery**

One of Christiansen's notable recent exhibitions, [**"Afterparty" at Bricks Gallery**](https://www.bricksgallery.dk/exhibitions/60-sune-christiansen-afterparty/press%5Frelease%5Ftext/?ref=catapult-platform.art), marked a significant milestone in his career. 

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-exhibition-view-bricks-gallery.webp)

Bricks Gallery with After Party by Artist sune christiansen Installation view / Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![bricks gallery showcasing new danish contemporary artists now 2024](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/bricks-gallery-after-party-exhibition-view.webp)

****"Afterparty" at Bricks Gallery**: Installation View | Photo: The Gallery and the Artist Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![sune christiansen experimenting with pastels, acrylics, and oils on canvas in a sunlit studio](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/bricks-gallery-exhibition-2024.webp)

****Brick Gallery:** Exhibition and installation view featuring Sune Christiansen's bold artworks. He showcases a collection of abstract paintings and a series of ceramics, highlighting his innovative use of color, form, and texture. The exhibition captures Christiansen's dynamic approach to art, blending graphic design elements with expressive, experimental techniques. His works invite viewers into a world of vibrant creativity and intricate craftsmanship. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

This exhibition debuted his large-scale stoneware sculptures displayed alongside his dynamic paintings. "Afterparty" explored themes of a shaken world and the conclusion of a party, examining the delicate balance between chaos and order, movement and stillness. 

In his sculptures, gravity is challenged by colorful blocks stacked precariously, resembling human-like figures or enigmatic objects. 

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/contemporary-abstract-painting-by-promising-artist-sune-christiansen.webp)

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****Brick Gallery:** Exhibition and installation view featuring Sune Christiansen's bold artworks. He showcases abstract paintings and a series of ceramics. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

His paintings, more abstract and untamed than previous works, further challenge perceptions of stability and change, inviting viewers to reflect on time, transformation, and our intrinsic connection to the world.

[Sune Christiansen - Alzueta GalleryCopenhagen, Denmark, 1976![](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/wp-content/themes/alzueta/images/icon.png)Alzueta Gallery![](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/wp-content/uploads/sune-christiansen-destacada.jpg)](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/artists/sune-christiansen/?ref=catapult-platform.art)

Sune Christiansen at Alzueta Gallery 

### **"Sune Christiansen" at Alzueta Gallery**

Christiansen's exhibition at [**Alzueta Gallery in Barcelona**](https://www.alzuetagallery.com/artists/sune-christiansen/?ref=catapult-platform.art) showcased his playful and vivid figurative abstractions, featuring fantastical creatures and architectural motifs in bold, vivid colors. 

![the leftovers by sune christiansen at alzueta gallery, barcelona, featuring vibrant abstract art and highlighting new faces in contemporary art](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/alzueta-gallery-barcelona-2024.webp)

****Alzueta Gallery:** Discover the vibrant works of Sune Christiansen in his latest exhibition, "The Leftovers." Featuring bold abstract paintings, this showcase introduces new faces in contemporary art in Barcelona's dynamic art scene. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![sune christiansen's "the leftovers" exhibition at alzueta gallery in barcelona, showcasing bold abstract paintings and contemporary art](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/alzueta-gallery-2.webp)

****Alzueta Gallery:** Explore "The Leftovers" exhibition by Sune Christiansen at Alzueta Gallery in Barcelona. This collection highlights the innovative approach of one of contemporary art's rising stars through captivating abstract paintings. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

### **"Viewpoint" at Pt. 2 Gallery**

Christiansen's "Viewpoint" exhibition at [**Pt. 2 Gallery in Oakland**](https://www.part2gallery.com/viewpointpublic?ref=catapult-platform.art) was another significant showcase of his work. 

This exhibition featured his signature blend of figurative and abstract elements, rendered in bold and vibrant colors. 

![pt. 2 gallery viewpoint exhibition with abstract paintings by danish artist sune christiansen](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/part-two-exhibition-.webp)

****Pt. 2 Gallery:** "Viewpoint" exhibition featuring promising artist Sune Christiansen. Showcasing vibrant abstract paintings and installation views. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![viewpoint exhibition at pt. 2 gallery featuring danish artist sune christiansen's abstract paintings](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/pt2-gallery-.webp)

****Part 2 Gallery:** Experience "Viewpoint" by Sune Christiansen, a rising Danish artist. This showcase highlights dynamic abstract paintings in a pristine gallery setting. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![sune christiansen's viewpoint exhibition at pt. 2 gallery showcasing abstract art from danish promising artist](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-part-two-gallery-oakland-gallery--1.webp)

****Pt. 2 Gallery:** Dive into the "Viewpoint" exhibition by Sune Christiansen. This installation features the promising Danish artist’s unique abstract works. Image Courtesy by the Gallery

The works on display invited viewers to engage with themes of transformation and the human connection to the world around them, reflecting Christiansen's unique artistic vision.

## The Future, Painted Bright

As Sune Christiansen continues to evolve as an artist, one thing is clear: the art world is in for a wild, wonderful ride. 

His ability to blend the physical, the abstract and the figurative, the playful and the profound, marks him as a true innovator in contemporary art.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/sune-christiansen-artist-protrait.webp)

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A Walkthrough with **Sune Christiansen** and ****Jonathan Kvium**: Hanging a Show at Albert Contemporary Gallery | Image Jesper Boylund

In a world that often seems intent on categorizing and compartmentalizing, Christiansen's work serves as a joyful reminder that the most interesting things happen when we color outside the lines. 

Whether he's stacking sculptures that seem to defy physics or painting canvases that pulse with electric energy, Christiansen invites us all to see the world through his kaleidoscopic lens – a view that's sure to leave you grinning, pondering, and eager to see what he'll dream up next.

![sune christiansen's the leftovers exhibition at alzueta gallery in barcelona, showcasing bold abstract paintings and contemporary art](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/alzueta-gallery-sune-christiansen-now-2024.webp)

****Alzueta Gallery:** Witness the brilliance of Sune Christiansen's "The Leftovers" at Alzueta Gallery, Barcelona. The exhibition spotlights his distinctive abstract paintings, marking him as a notable new face in contemporary art. | Image Courtesy by the Gallery

![sune christiansen in his studio promising contemporary artist and working on some lithographs at Exhibition Copenhagen ](https://storage.ghost.io/c/1c/24/1c2478ff-417d-4e88-8226-288af467f6b9/content/images/2024/06/new-contemporary-art-now-sune-christiansen-art-practice-explained.jpg-denmark-.jpg)

****Sune Christiansen** Working on some lithographs at Exhibition Copenhagen | Photo by Theis Mortensen

So the next time you find yourself in a gallery featuring Sune Christiansen's work, do yourself a favor: let go of your preconceptions, embrace the whimsy, and prepare to see the world in a whole new spectrum of colors. 

[Sune Christiansen - Biography, Shows, Articles & More | ArtsyExplore Sune Christiansen’s biography, achievements, artworks, auction results, and shows on Artsy. With a limited base of elements, Sune Christiansen builds a world full![](https://d1s2w0upia4e9w.cloudfront.net/images/favicon.svg)Artsy![](https://d7hftxdivxxvm.cloudfront.net/?height=630&quality=80&resize_to=fill&src=https%3A%2F%2Fd32dm0rphc51dk.cloudfront.net%2F1xvEL8RZ2ayiGOAA8BW7Cw%2Flarge.jpg&width=1200)](https://www.artsy.net/artist/sune-christiansen?ref=catapult-platform.art)

Sune Christians Artworks on Artsy

Just remember – no matter how tempting it might be, keep your hands in your pockets. The only thing you should be touching is your sense of wonder.

Dive deeper into his world, upcoming projects new exhibition by [**following Sune Christiansen on Instagram** ](https://www.instagram.com/sune%5Fchristiansen%5F214/?ref=catapult-platform.art)