Martin Boldsen is a danish self-taught visual artist who draws inspiration from the unexpected color combinations he encounters in everyday life—whether in nature, urban settings, or other places where colors uniquely interact. These moments, where colors harmonize in surprising ways, inspire him to incorporate them into his paintings, creating compositions that are both original and captivating.

Influenced by renowned artists like Asger Jorn and Erik Jørgensen, Boldsen embraces a bold approach to color, often defying conventional rules to let contrasts speak powerfully. Hidden within his works are human figures, almost always revealed subtly through a pair of eyes that emerge within the composition.

He strives to create art that does more than simply blend into its surroundings; it evokes warmth and connection, drawing viewers into a deeper emotional experience. With over 25 years of experience, Boldsen has exhibited his work extensively at art fairs, in art societies, public institutions, and galleries across Denmark and internationally.

“Based on sketches, of the motifs I want to depict, I work from one layer, and deeper into the motif. I have a central focus on the sound of the colors, and consciously seek to leave the image as open as possible, in order to preserve the life that lies in the expressive strokes.”