Eero Österberg

Basic information

b. 1959, Pello
Visual Artist, Painter,
Residence: Ranua

Contact information

Phone number: +358(0)400968316

Artist’s Statement

The subjects of my paintings originate in emotional states and thoughts affected by a
visual observation, some nature sounds, music, poetry, a book, a text or another work of art. A subject searches for a suitable form of expression, a performing, a stylized or an abstract form. The work may be two- or three-dimensional. Colour always retains a key role.
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Current information

After leaving teaching, I focus on painting. An exhibition complex is being prepared. I'm waiting for a bigger mural project again. Small watercolors and pastels as snacks. Portraits on request.

Bio

I was born in Pello, Western Lapland, Finland in 1959. I live and work in Ranua, the southernmost municipality in Lapland. I graduated from The Institute of Fine Arts in Lahti in 1985. Ever since graduation, I have worked as an arts teacher Since graduation, I have worked as a visual arts teacher until 2023. Alongside teaching, I have studied to be an arts teacher, and I graduated as a Master of Arts from The University of Lapland. In the past, I have been able to devote myself to artistic work on days off, during vacation periods, on rotation leave and a couple of times also with the help of a grant. Now I'm a freelance artist.

I make oil and acrylic paintings on canvas, plywood and MDF, as well as watercolor and pastel paintings.
Also commissioned portrait and monumental painting. Some graphic design. Training and consulting according to agreement.