ERIK JOHANSSON

Erik Johansson is a Swedish photographer and visual artist known for his surreal, concept-driven imagery. Working from Prague, he creates impossible yet realistic scenes by blending multiple photographs into one seamless composition. His work transforms ideas into striking visual stories and has been exhibited at Fotografiska and museums worldwide.

Artist Story

Erik Johansson is internationally recognized for his surreal approach to photography, where everyday reality is reshaped into imaginative, dreamlike scenes. Instead of capturing spontaneous moments, he starts with a concept, a visual idea that challenges what photography can be. Each artwork is built through a careful process of planning, photographing, and combining numerous elements into one believable image.

His compositions feel both familiar and otherworldly: landscapes fold, objects transform, and ordinary settings become visual riddles. This balance of precision and imagination invites viewers to look closer and question the boundaries between photography and digital craftsmanship.

Johansson’s work has been featured in exhibitions around the world, including several at Fotografiska, and is celebrated for its detail, storytelling, and innovative visual expression.