A smiling middle-aged man with short, slightly graying hair and a beard, wearing a black shirt, beaded necklace, and tattoos on his arms, standing outdoors near a body of water during sunset.

Photo by Malin Bengts

His work begins with a word. Text written by hand, adhered to canvas, sealed with polymer. Direct, unfiltered, one of a kind. He has also worked in reduction — surface, material, silence — and the two impulses have always coexisted in the practice.

He has exhibited internationally since 1999, including Volta Art Fair Basel, and group exhibitions across Miami, New York, and London. His work is held in private and corporate collections in Finland and internationally.

For inquiries: jr@johnnyramstedt.com

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