johnnyramstedt (photo credit @malinbengts)
BIO
Johnny Ramstedt, a visionary artist from Finland, is renowned for his distinctive style that seamlessly merges traditional techniques with modern elements. Born with an innate passion for art, he has developed his craft by drawing inspiration from his surroundings, captivating audiences with his emotive and thought-provoking works of art.
His use of color and form creates a minimalist yet powerful aesthetic, inviting viewers into a world where simplicity meets profound depth. Johnny Ramstedt infuses his art with a dynamic sense of movement, capturing the energy of the world around us.
Johnny Ramstedt continues to live and create in Finland.
"In recent years, I have taken my art to various locations as part of my commitment to making art accessible to everyone. I believe that experiencing art should be free of unnecessary barriers, just as my creative process is free of constraints. My work is born from deep contemplation, yet it unfolds naturally, embracing spontaneity. This blend of thought and freedom challenges me, pushing the boundaries of what my art can convey and how it resonates with those who encounter it."
JOHNNY RAMSTEDT CV
b. 1970, Borgå - Lives and works in Finland
[email protected]
www.johnnyramstedt.com
www.artsy.net
The contemporary art modern project Gallery
The Camp - editorial
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
2025 Fafa's window gallery, Helsinki
2024 Volta Art Fair, Basel 10-16JUN2024, Booth A01 (The Camp Gallery)
2023 Art Gallery Loviisa, Loviisa, Finland
2023 Gumbostrand Konst & Form, Sipoo, Finland
2022 Konstrundan 3-4.9.2022, Open Studio
2022 Galleria Theodor, Lovisa, Finland
2022 Galerie Lindberg, Helsinki, Finland
2021 Open Studio Exhibition, Lovisa, Finland
2021 Interpretations from The Abstract, The Contemporary Art Modern Project, Miami • New York • London • Pacific Palisades
2021 SEB (Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken), Helsinki, Finland
2021 Pop-Up, Gumbostrand Konstoform, Sipoo
2021 Gumbostrand Konst & Form (sales collection), Sipoo
2020 Μονόχρωμος II (Monokhromos), The Contemporary Art Modern Project (group exhibition) Miami, USA
2020 Moision Kartano (group exhibition), Elimäki
2020 Tullisillan Kotigalleria, Lovisa
2020 Virtual Exhibition (online)
2020 Gumbostrand Konst & Form (sales collection), Sipoo
2019 Gumbostrand Konst & Form (sales collection), Sipoo
2019 Ctnk, Loviisa
2019 Gallery 4-6, Helsinki
2017 Gumbostrand Konst & Form, Sipoo
2017 Papu Gallerie, Helsinki
2017 Elite, Helsinki
2016 Korjaamo, Helsinki
2016 Svenska Teatern, Helsinki
2016 Galleri Lohme, Malmö, Sweden
2016 Gumbostrand Konst & Form, Sipoo
2016 Skanno, Helsinki
2016 OLO, Helsinki
2015 Kitch, Helsinki
2015 Luckan, Kirkkonummi
2015 Luckan, Helsinki
2015 OLO, Helsinki
2015 VirgoHome, Helsinki
2015 Jouto Design, Helsinki
2015 Skanno, Helsinki
2014 Galerie Art Room, Helsinki
2014 Kulturhuset Grand, Porvoo
2014 Skanno, Helsinki
2013 Scandic Hotel Marski & Simonkenttä, Helsinki
2013 Hotel Klaus K, Helsinki
2013 Urban A, Helsinki
2013 Skanno, Helsinki
2012 Korjaamo, Helsinki
2011 Lungi, Helsinki
2010 Waynes, Helsinki
2003 Galleri Marski, Porvoo
2001 Nude, Helsinki
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2022 Galleri Theodor, Lovisa, Finland
2022 Galerie Lindberg, Helsinki, Finland
2021 Interpretations from The Abstract, The Contemporary Art Modern Project, Miami • New York • London • Pacific Palisades
2020 Μονόχρωμος II (Monokhromos), The Contemporary Art Modern Project
2020 5.9 - 18.12 Moision Kartano
2017 Gumbostrand Konst & Form, Sipoo - Summer Exhibition
GRANTS
2024 Svenska Kulturfonden (travel grant)
2023 Svenska Kulturfonden (Lise och Thelma Standertskjölds foundation)
2022 Arts Promotion Centre Finland (Taike)
2022 Svenska Kulturfonden (Lise och Thelma Standertskjölds foundation)
2022 Svenska Kulturfonden Travel Grant
2021 Svenska Kulturfonden (Lise och Thelma Standertskjölds foundation)
2016 Grönqvistska Foundation grant
COLLECTIONS
Private Collections
Lovisa City
99 Hudson, Jersey City, NJ, USA
STUDIES
Interdisciplinary Studies, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland (art history)
Art Students League of New York, USA (courses)
Woodworking Studies (2024-2025) Axxell, Finland