BIOGRAPHY
'Colour is healing magic anybody can benefit from'
'I don't always use a brush to paint with. Sometimes it's a credit card. Or my fingers...'
'Curiosity and exploration is what makes it a joy to be an artist'
Charlotte Dønvang paints colourful and deeply emotional works of art that focus on people's inner experiences, energies and feelings. No matter what motifs she creates, it is always these messages that are at the core of her art.
Her works have a universal appeal and the ability to communicate across cultures and borders. This has been confirmed through her participation in international group and solo exhibitions in Korea, Lithuania, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, India and Denmark, as well as her works in art museums abroad.
Charlotte Dønvang's goal is to create art that evokes deep emotions and invites reflection on the common human experiences we all share. Her works, which can be both expressive and introspective, serve as a catalyst for self-discovery and a deeper understanding of our complex inner world.
With her art, Charlotte Dønvang wants to create connection and dialogue between people. She invites the viewer to explore their own thoughts and feelings, making her works more than just visual experiences – they become therapeutic and transformative journeys.
Artist Statement
I love colors! They express more than words, and it's a great international communication tool that speaks directly to the heart regardless of language, age and culture. Paintings have the same magical abilities. That is definitely my experience after about 28 years abroad, mostly in Asia.
I am inspired by life and find my motives in the energies and emotions we humans always surround ourselves with. Ultimately, my art revolves around the human being... not necessarily around the façade, but about what is behind the façade. About our thoughts and feelings, about our inner selves and the challenges we face on life's journey. My visual art is a kind of illustration of the ups and downs we as human beings experience throughout life. I like to give it all an optimistic and positive twist.
I use art to reflect on the big questions in life. In addition, I question the 'truth', dig beneath the surface and use art to come up with some views on how to live a happy life.
Since 2009, I have exhibited in Denmark, Korea, Lithuania, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan and India in both group and solo exhibitions.
ART EDUCATION
Born into a family of artists and was taught art, creativity and technique from childhood by granddad, Artist Herne Nielsen and mother, Artist Jette Herne.
After that, self- studying and various courses in various countries.
Other education
Reiki Master, Master of Meditation and Master of Telekinetic Healing.
Trained in various healing modalities.
Bachelor in Commerce and Bachelor in Science Economics.
Exhibitions
2024
Solo exhibition ‘Per Aspera’, Bruunshaab Gl. Papfabrik, Viborg, Denmark
‘Language of coexistence, Art’, the 10. Geoje International Art Festival at Haegeumgang Museum/Yukyung Art Museum i Korea.
Vilde Vaser, Skagen, Denmark
Open Doors, Pakhuset and Soendermoelle in Viborg, Denmark
Art Fair Viborg Kunstmesse, Denmark
''PEACE - your interpretation of peace', the Winter Exhibition Viborg, Pakhuset in Viborg, Denmark
'Death and Reality', Cafe K, Viborg, Denmark
2023
Art Fair Viborg Kunstmesse, Denmark
The Winter Exhibition Viborg, Pakhuset in Viborg, Denmark
Vilde Vaser, Skagen, Denmark
Open Doors, Pakhuset and Soendermoelle in Viborg, Denmark
Gallery LM, St Sct Mikkelsgade, Viborg, Denmark
'Death and Reality', Cafe K, Viborg, Denmark
The Art in the Centre, Kulturnatten 2023, Viborg, Denmark
Reconnect, the 9th. Geoje International Art Festival på Haegeumgang Theme Museum i Korea.
2022
Alletiders Kunst 2022 art fair, Ridehuset Aarhus, Denmark
Art in Favrskov, Denmark.
Axis of Peace, the 8th Geoje International Art Festival at Haegeumgang Theme Museum in Korea.
The Easter Exhibition Viborg, Pakhuset in Viborg, Denmark
Art Fair Viborg Kunstmesse, Denmark
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Denmark
2021
Peace Again, the 7th Geoje International Art Festival at Haegeumgang Theme Museum in Korea.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Denmark
2020
Colours of Life, Art Pivot, A Centre for Contemporary Art and Ideas, Udaipur, India.
2019
Vermilion, LockerRoom, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
New Beginnings, 28 Fireplace Café, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Non-Finito, University of Malaya Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2018
ArtBridge24, Druskinikai, Lithauania.
Taiwan International Art Exchange, in Yunlin and Yilan, Taiwan.
Sense & Sensibilities, Lostgens Contemporary Art Space, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2017
3D EMOTION - Energy in Motion, Singapore Contemporary, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre,
Singapore.
GEMA Echoes, ASWARA (The National Academy of Art and Culture Malaysia), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Face to Face: India, The Art Pivot, Jaipur, India.
2nd WAVE, The Art People Gallery (TAPG), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
12th International Art Festival, Poh-Chang Art Academy, Bangkok, Thailand.
2016
Langkawi Art Biennale, Langkawi, Malaysia.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
Body Language, Xin Art Space Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
My Funny Valentine, The Refinery Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2015
Impact Hub solo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
Art ConneXion, Matic Art Gallery in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Life Lines, Xin Art Space Gallery in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2014
ArtMalaysia Art Tourism Fair, VIVA in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
Truth or Dare? solo, Artiseri Gallery, Kuala
Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Sundsoere Hallen, Sundsoere, Denmark.
2013
Solo, Fur Bryghus, Fur, Denmark.
Romanza le Restaurant, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Depth Deception, Westin Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
Aalborg i Farver (Aalborg in Colour), Denmark.
Kulturspinderiet, Silkeborg, Denmark.
2012
Colours of Life. A Celebration of Life, Art and Culture, solo, Hotel Equatorial, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Kulturspinderiet, Silkeborg, Denmark.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
Walls for Art, solo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2011
Art with a Heart, Gateway, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Walls for Art, solo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2010
A Creative Family, 4 generations, Glyngøre Museum, Denmark.
WOW Art Exhibition, solo, Wealth of Women Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Furkunst.dk Summer Exhibition, Fur, Denmark.
2009
Art in the Garden, solo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
A Taste of Art, Delucca, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
New Beginnings, Malaysian Danish Business Council, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
A Tribute to Colour and Life, Delucca, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Collections
Haegeumgang Theme Museum, Korea.
Guiness Anchor Berhad (GAB, now Heineken Malaysia Berhad), Malaysia.
Basis Day, Malaysia.
Biodome Asia, Malaysia.