Pia Malmstrup is a somewhat modest and introverted artist, which comes as a surprise as her work is vivacious, bold and what one might call a statement. Pia has worked as an artist for 20 years in Denmark only interrupted by three years in the State of Jersey where her work was received with gusto.

Inspiring colours and use of light, coupled with dynamic flair and an energy that you can really feel from every piece, has made quite a name for Pia in the southern British Isle and she has showcased her work to the public at a number of galleries and intimate exhibitions.

Originally hailing from Denmark, Pia Malmstrup is back on home turf, bringing her work to Copenhagen, where she is settling into new opportunities and refreshed creative verve. For the past 4 years, Pia has had her own little gallery in Denmark, where art lovers have welcomed her colorful paintings with pleasure.

Infused with a passion for art from a very early age, Pia’s love of creativity was cemented by making plasma masks, designing and making clothing for friends and spending time decorating delicate pieces of china. Having attended Kunsthåndværkerskolen, art school in the 1980’s, Pia set out on her artistic journey using predominantly watercolours. Nowadays, Pia prefers the texture and unpredictability of oils, acrylics and ink.

She plays with light and texture using delicate gold leaf and striking effects are borne from the uniqueness of each piece. Her work is often dominated by the sometimes conflicting concepts of order and chaos, abstract and reality and this energy comes from Pia herself. Life is complex and often fraught and fast, sometimes Pia captures the robust and sturdy central focus as the rest of the painting splays outward with what could be described as either fury or sheer, unadulterated passion. Either way, the outcome of each and every piece is determined by the feelings within the artist; Pia is an exceptionally candid and open human being and her work offers a glimpse into her life. Although she begins with an idea of the subject that will be her focus, the process she experiences is fluid, open to change, and each piece can take on a life of its own with Pia as guide or facilitator.

Pia also works in bronze and leather and has exhibited in Denmark, Portugal, Germany, and Jersey (CI). She has been the founder and Chair of a Danish art club for 10 years and has a love for running big open studio projects.