Georg Kroy

Georg Kroy is an Austrian contemporary artist whose work fuses personal mythology, emotional intensity, and cross-cultural narratives.

Drawing from European folklore, Japanese influences, and the depths of the human psyche, he creates bold, narrative-driven paintings that blend figurative elements with lyrical abstraction.
All his works are executed on painting board using a distinctive mix of acrylic, Japanese ink (sumi), Copic markers, and pencil. This combination produces surfaces with rich texture, layered depth, and a dynamic interplay of bold gestures and delicate lines.
His palette ranges from moody earth tones to striking symbolic accents, always serving the emotional and storytelling core of each piece.

Whether depicting Hakoniwa-inspired miniature tableaux of enigmatic, otherworldly encounters, shadowy scenes of cultural fusion (Shimasen), or mysterious echoes of Austrian legends (VII / Nachtvolk), Kroy’s art conveys psychological tension, mythic resonance, and intimate human experience. Each painting feels raw yet refined—provocative, personal, and universally compelling.

With exhibitions in Salzburg and Tokyo, Georg Kroy is an emerging voice in contemporary European painting. His work appeals to collectors who seek...

ART.NUMBER23 Group Exhibition, Salzburg, Friday, Apr. 28th - Thursday, May 4th 2023

TOKYO OPEN ART Group Exhibiton, Tokyo, Friday, Jun. 7th - Thursday, June 13th 2024, Design Festa Gallery