Alexander Adiels

Alexander Adiels is a Stockholm-based illustrator and pattern designer whose practice is rooted in formal training in painting and pattern design. Working from his Swedish studio, he develops a layered mixed-media process that bridges the gap between analog materials and digital refinement. By combining gouache, ink, and oils, he builds tactile foundations that are later polished through digital techniques to create intricate, cohesive compositions. His work functions as a reinterpretation of reality, distilling the world into self-contained 'little universes.' Adiels focuses on the structural interplay between art and design, often treating his canvases like puzzle-like patterns. This methodical approach has led to international commercial collaborations and a presence in specialized art print collections, where his blend of figurative and abstract motifs offers a unique perspective on spatial arrangement.