Cecilia Ulfsdotter Klementsson: Contemporary Artist and Figurative Painter

Cecilia Ulfsdotter Klementsson is a contemporary artist born in Stockholm and currently based between Stockholm and London. She is widely recognized for her provocative and conceptually rich large-scale paintings that delve into themes of gender, identity, and the human form. Cecilia Ulfsdotter Klementsson's artistic practice is characterized by her signature 'flesh layers' technique, which involve applying multiple thin layers of color to create depth and transparency, often leaving the underlying process visible to the viewer. This method reflects her philosophical inquiry into the nature of skin and the performative aspects of gender. Central to her work is the concept of 'naked drag,' a term she coined to describe the subversion of traditional gendered poses in art and media. By capturing bodies in poses that challenge societal expectations, Cecilia Ulfsdotter Klementsson aims to deconstruct gender roles and imagine a future where such binaries are obsolete. She holds a Master of Fine Art in Painting from the Royal College of Art in London and a Bachelor of Fine Art from Curtin University in Perth. Her work has been exhibited internationally in cities such as Berlin, Leipzig, London, and Stockholm, and she is represented by Galleri Duerr. Through her art, she continues to push boundaries and invite dialogue on the complexities of the human experience.