Jon Bøe Paulsen
Your art must go in a direction where the photograph cannot follow!
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The artist is recognized for their work
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The artist has won prizes and awards
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The artist has been published in the media, radio or TV press
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The artist studied the arts through his academic studies
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The artist's works have been noticed by the editorial staff
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The artist is sold in galleries
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Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Biography
Jon Bøe Paulsen is an award-winning painter from Norway, renowned for his neo-realist portraits that have earned him international recognition over the past four decades. His journey into the art world began in high school through theatre workshops, where he learned the art of self-control—a skill that has profoundly influenced his approach to painting.
Paulsen's work is characterized by its strong, figurative style, where he conveys single narratives with powerful characters. He employs minimal light and a restricted color palette, adhering to the principles of clair-obscur (chiaroscuro), a technique that enhances the longevity of his subjects in the viewer's eye. By using plain earth tones and only deviating from this palette when absolutely necessary, Paulsen creates paintings that stand out for their emotional depth and visual impact.
As an artist, Paulsen aligns himself with the new realists, focusing on portraying the human experience in a new light. His art is meticulously crafted to tell a story in a single image, emphasizing the importance of subtlety and restraint. He follows a guiding principle from his early training: "Don't be too tough with your pencil when you draw. Not too much information when you catch the line. Do not underestimate your audience." Paulsen's work is designed to transcend the limitations of photography, creating a deeper, more enduring connection with his audience.
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Nationality:
NORWAY
- Date of birth : 1958
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Norwegian Contemporary Artists
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Education
1980 - 1984
The Norwegian State Academy of Arts
Oslo,
Norway
1979 - 1980
School of Museum of Fine Arts
Boston,
Massachusetts,
United States
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Galleries & Groups
Presented by Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
(Art gallery, United States)Achievements
Prizes and Awards
2024
Finalist "Stroke Of Genius" Artists Network. "Mary Magdalene Sangreal" Aquagraphite
United States
2024
Special Merit. Art And Color 365 Magazine Watercolor Competitions
Denver,
Colorado,
United States
2023
"Son Of Mary And Joseph" Narrative Excellence Award Noaps Spring Online
Houston,
TX,
United States
2022
Fusion Art Grant For Artistic Exellence
Santa Fe,
New Mexico,
United States
2019
Summer 2019 Portfolio Art Show. Artcall- Award Of Excellence
Salt Lake City,
Utah,
United States
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Added Aug 9, 2024
NordArt Büdensdorf. Germany
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2024
Represented with four paintings at the NordArt exhibition in Germany. One of Europe's biggest annual art exhibitions.
Added Nov 16, 2022
Two paintings at the ARC 16th International ARC Salon
Two artworks at the 16th International ARC Salon. US. The exhibition were held at Sothebys New York summer 2023.
Reviews and comments
Bravo Jon Boe pour cette superbe oeuvre, que je découvre dans la Collection de Fabian Bertona. Cette femme lisant cette lettre me plait beaucoup. Excellent travail. Amicalement. Gaby
Bravo Jon Boe for this superb work, which I discovered in the Fabian Bertona Collection. I really like this woman reading this letter. Excellent work. Kind regards. Gaby
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Aunque mi humilde opinión no añada nada a tu bien ganado prestigio y a tu formidable currículo, quiere expresarte mi más rendida admiración. Eres un artista formidable, tanto en oleo como en acuarela. De mayor, yo quiero ser como tú
Although my humble opinion does not add anything to your well-earned prestige and your formidable curriculum, I want to express my most sincere admiration. You are a formidable artist, both in oil and watercolor. When I grow up, I want to be like you.
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