Glenn M. Skibsted is a contemporary artist who primarily works with oil paint. He has his background from journalism and has worked as a freelance journalist in several publications since 2000.

The writing still represents a strong element in his work, and can sometimes seem as important as his choice of colors. By combining these two ways of expression, he hopes to create a unique journey in color, emotion and taste.

In my paintings I primarily use painting knife, due to a spontaneous, rough structure, although I wish to portray a classic clean technique. Some of my influences along the years have been: Jackson Pollock’s aggressive expression, Edward Hopper’s emotional tones and Roy Lichtenstein’s modern, youthful style.

Human nature is the basis of my work. Portrayed in news, travels or everyday’s colorful banalities. The aim is to recall, reveal and make available essential emotions and traits that often can be left to fade away.

We rarely have time to stop and observe what is really happening around us. Often it is difficult to appreciate the small events and experiences we have in everyday life. Whether it’s an inspiring conversation, a trip to an unknown country, or the memory of wet asphalt smell in the summer.

My wish is to plant a seed. From there on the seed will grow, personalized by every individual.

Thank you for your interest in my work.

www.glennskibsted.com