Anders Sunna

The works of Anders Sunna articulate a sense of picturesque brutality that corresponds well with the subjects many layers of signs, symbols and figures. Threatful authoritarian architecture erupt through nordic landscapes, many times serving as a backdrop to interpersonal conflicts. With collage, oil paint, acrylics and spray paint, Sunna creates dark panoramas juxtaposed with delicate surfaces.

Anders Sunna studied at the University of Arts, Crafts and Design, Stockholm (2006 - 2009) and at Umeå Academy of Fine Arts (2004 - 2006). His work is represented at several public collections, among them are Moderna Museet, Stockholm, Norrbotten’s County Art Museum, Kiruna, Uppsala konstmuseum, Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe and Public Art Agency Sweden. Three works by Anders Sunna was recently acquired by Tate, London.