Jonas S.B. Rosenquist

“I work with oil on canvas, building and reworking layers to create depth and movement. My process is a balance of adding and taking away—scraping, reshaping, and letting the paint find its own direction. Texture plays a key role, giving each piece a sense of history and presence. I’m drawn to the tension between precision and spontaneity, structure and fluidity. The result is artwork that invites the viewer to look closer, to notice the details left behind in the process, and to find their own connection to the piece.“

Jonas Rosenquist is a painter and designer from Stockholm, Sweden. He attended the the Art School and Berghs SoC in Stockholm and the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where he honed his skills as both painter and designer. Since 2018, he lives in Paris, where he has been inspired by the city’s vibrant art scene and cultural heritage. Since 2024, he is also the vice-president of the Swedish Art Association in Paris (AAS).
Rosenquist’s paintings are characterized by their bold, sweeping brushstrokes, which he creates using palette knives and oil paint. This technique gives his work a rich texture and a sense of movement. He is particularly drawn to landscapes and portraits, and his paintings often reflect his love of nature and the human form.
Rosenquist’s colour palette is mixed with bold, saturated hues that evoke a sense of profound vitality. He is known for his use of light and shadow, which give his paintings a sense of depth and dimension.
In 2021, Rosenquist held a well-received exhibition in Montmartre, showcasing his latest works. His paintings were praised for their vibrant energy and emotional depth, and he received critical acclaim for his use of colour and texture. Afterwards, he has also held exhibitions at Maison de la Suède and Circle Suédois.