Ivan Onnellinen

In a world that often feels fragmented, superficial, or bound by a relentless pragmatism, I turn to art as a sanctuary for balance. For me, creation is both a profound pursuit of harmony and a vital instrument for self-discovery.

Within my art practice, I weave layers and dimensions into the two-dimensional plane, crafting an illusion of depth that transcends the surface. My aim is to evoke a resonant emotional atmosphere, stirring associations and reflections that challenge the viewer to both feel and think. Through a meticulous exploration of tonal relationships, colors, and forms, each work gradually unveils a deeper, more intimate narrative - a personal mood captured in time.

Graduated of the Art Academy of Latvia, Visual Art department: a Bachelor’s (2021) and a Master’s degree (2023) in Painting.
Currently still studying at the Art Academy of Latvia in Design Department, specializing in metal arts design.

2023 - MA in Painting, Art Academy of Latvia.
2021 - BA in Painting, Art Academy of Latvia.
2018 - Workshop of Roman Wilhelm, Vilnius Art Academy, Lithuania.
2017-2018 Workshop of Alexander Pahomenko (classical painting)
2016-2017 Workshop of Ludmila Perets (classical drawing)
2013-2016 State Forensic Science Bureau, expert witness.
2004-2010 Baltic International Academy, Master of Laws.
1998-2000s Studied art under: Alexander Misyurev

2025 "Engineering of politics and culture". LMS Gallery, Riga
2025 "Kuboshow" art messe. Herne, Germany.
2025 "Aspazija. Portrait", Aspazija Museum, Jurmala.
2024 "Perspectives". MASA Art Gallery
2024 "Symbol or self-worth". Gallery of the Artists Union.
2024 "Kuboshow" art messe. Herne, Germany.
2023 "Mezotne Plein Air", Mezotne Palace exhibition hall
2023 “Diploma candidate exhibition”, Art Academy of Latvia
2023 “Our own values”, Valmiera museum
2022 "Latvia's State Forests Scholarship in Art"
2022 "Kuboshow" art messe. Herne, Germany.
2022. Latgale Culture and History Museum
2021. Preiļi Museum of History and Applied Arts
2021. "Jazeps Pigoznis award in latvian landscape painting", Riga St. Peter’s church, Latvia
2021. "Kuboshow" art messe. Herne, Germany.
2021. "Art Days. Latvian Artists' Union 80"
2021. "Fresh Meat for Critique", Art Academy of Latvia
2020. "Kuboshow" art messe. Herne, Germany.
2020. "Grata award in painting", MuseumLV art gallery.
2020. "Art Days 2020" visual art exhibition by Latvian Artists Union.
2020. "4 Scenes" MuseumLV art gallery
2020. Jazeps Pigoznis award in latvian landscape painting, Riga St. Peter’s church, Latvia.
2020. SEB grant in painting, competition "Plan of the Day...