I was born 1958 in the city of ngelholm, in Sweden. Now im living in a small village by the see, thats cald Strandbaden, with my family.Mats Andersson works intuitively, orchestrating his marks, colors and movements so that they gesture toward harmony. Closeness to nature informs Anderssons choices; as he paints, he responds to the organic properties of his surroundings and his materials. He makes decisions in the spirit of the moment and no two works are the same. Yet these paintings interact with one another, acting like vignettes in an ever evolving story. Experimenting with thickness, density, washes and lines until the elements of each painting meet each other in a final, music-like resolution, Andersson strives to create an intimate experience for his viewers. He evokes the nearness of nature, the joy of lifes dynamism and an encompassing hopefulness, inviting viewers to let their emotiveness and idealism run rampant. Originally from Angelholm, Sweden, Andersson currently lives and works in the seaside community of Hgans, Sweden. A self-taught artist, he continues to learn from nature, honing his ability to capture light and color. … Read More