About

Martina Uthardt is a Swedish-speaking Finnish contemporary artist inspired by the coastal landscapes of Finland and Ostrobothnia. Her expressive paintings capture Nordic light, atmosphere, and emotion, and have been exhibited internationally in the USA and China.

- I want to convey the passion and joy I feel when I enter the world of painting. You may find a painting that speaks to you. My greatest inspiration comes from nature in Finland and my surroundings, which are always reflected in my work.

- Painting and photography have always been important parts of my life, where I have found joy, balance, and expression. Right now, I am especially fond of acrylics, with their ability to create layers and shifts that make each painting come alive and unique in different lights. For me, creation is both a journey and a meditation – a way to find harmony and grow as an artist.

- My dream is for my paintings to evoke experiences and emotions such as joy, calm, and comfort in those who surround themselves with them. My inspiration comes from nature, travels, memories, and my background, from Papua New Guinea to Germany, and my home in Ostrobothnia.

I am grateful for my journey in art and hope it continues for a long time. Welcome to join me on this journey!

 

To help each other

It feels important that we support each other and remember all that we have to be grateful for. That’s why it gives me great joy to contribute to important organizations. In 2021, I donated to Nordic Wildlife Care, and in 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024, I have contributed to Street Children in Nepal.

Read more here: gatubarnnepal.net

Exhibitions & Achievements

    • Solo exhibition "Sommardröm" at Närpes art gallery, (June)
    • Featured at the Japanese art blog Aatonau, (June)
    • Solo exhibition "Daydream" at Grankulla cityhall (October)
    • Honorable Mention, Circle Foundation for the arts, 8th International Artist of the Month Award & Grants
    • Featured in Art IDEAL Book -4, Circle Foundation 2024
    • Solo exhibition "Kärleksfulla andetag" Korsnäs prästgårdsmuseum, June-August 2024
    • Finalist Award,  Circle Foundation for the arts, Art Ideal Book Cover Contest, June 2024
    • Masterful Mind Award, Circle Foundation for the arts, 9th International Artist of the Month Award & Grants
    • Featured at the Chinese art blog Aatonau, October 2024
    • Featured in World art guide 2023
    • Solo exhibition "Dreamy Mind" at Stundars, Solf, May-June 2023
    • Solo exhibition "Blossom" San Carlos, California, May 2023
    • Group exhibition "Archipelago" Truedoor Vocation Inc, Palm Springs, Los Angeles, USA September-October 2023
    • Exhibition “SEASONS” with designer Jenny Aarrekangas at Loftet, Vasa, April - May 2022
    • Featured in European art guide 2022
    • Solo exhibition “ÖSTERBOTTEN” at Seniorpunkten, Korsholm, March-April 2022
    • Solo exhibition “HOPE” at Närpes art gallery, June 2022
    • Group exhibition  "re Balance" ; at Insel Island gallery, The Sea Ranch, California, July-August 2022
    • Solo exhibition "WATER"; at Arte Mare gallery, Replot, August-September 2022
    • Group exhibition "re Balance"; at Yiwei gallery, Los Angeles, USA, exhibited by Insel Island gallery,  August-September 2022
    • Group exhibition "re Balance" a collaboration with Women@Google and Insel Island Gallery at Google headquarters in California, USA, November 2022
    • Featured in Catalogue Guide/The Art Edit/House and Garden March 2021
    • Featured on the digital platform Fragile EXPRESS May 2020 and January
    • Featured in Nordic art guide 2021
    • Solo exhibition “LIFE” at Närpes art gallery, June 2021
    • Solo exhibition “BLOSSOM” at Pharmacy House Café, Vasa, August-September 2021
    • Solo exhibition “INSPIRE” at Restyle, Vasa, nov-dec. 2021
    • Solo exhibition "FLOW"; at Wasa konditori, Saluhallen, Vasa, March-April 2020 
    • Solo exhibition "BLUE"; at Raawka, Vasa, November 2020

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