THE EXHIBITION
Nature is a recurring theme in his work, representing both the origin of creativity and our relationship to it. He seeks to see the world through the eyes of childhood, a time that may belong to the past, yet continues to live on in what he creates, carrying a sense of nostalgia. Through his work, he invites viewers into a personal world where creativity and imagination take center stage.
THE ARTIST
David Nilsson is an active artist and illustrator who grew up in and around Linköping. Visual art and fairy tales have been a constant presence throughout his life. His inspiration draws from memories, places, and people from his childhood. He is strongly influenced by artists and illustrators such as Shaun Tan, John Bauer, Elsa Beskow, Cecilia Heikkilä, Jan Lööf, and Ilon Wikland.
He attended Lunnevads Folkhögskola, where he studied art, and later completed a three-year bachelor’s degree in Design at HDK-Valand in Gothenburg. His education provided a foundation in traditional painting with a focus on graphic design.
FOLLOW THE ARTIST
IG @davidnilllzon
