Peter Opheim is a New York-based artist originally from Germany, whose captivating contemporary art draws inspiration from childhood memories and dreams. With a background in Oriental studies and Economics from St. Olaf College, Opheim began his artistic journey as an abstractionist before evolving his style to create something truly unique and provocative.

His signature works feature vibrant clay figures that populate a fantastical world, blending the whimsical with the surreal. Opheim’s paintings—whether portraits or still lifes—give life to these charming hybrid creatures, evoking a sense of nostalgia and reflection on childhood. His art addresses deeper themes, exploring the interplay between innocence and the fears that lurk beneath the surface, often symbolized through deformed shapes and unnatural colors.

Opheim's impressive portfolio includes numerous national and international exhibitions, and he has been honored with a grant from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation. His artwork is housed in esteemed collections across New York and South Korea, as well as private collections belonging to notable entities like Hallmark, Northwest Airlines, and the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.

Through his masterful use of oil painting techniques, Opheim creates a three-dimensional effect that enchants viewers, inviting them to explore a narrative rich in resilience, tolerance, and introspection. Experience the extraordinary fusion of surrealism and figurative art that defines Peter Opheim’s remarkable vision.