First seminar in a series kicks off in Copenhagen, Denmark
Tailored for Tattoo Artists, Designers, and Illustrators Ready to Elevate Their Painting Skills
The event includes live painting demonstration featuring an in-depth, step-by-step explanation of the painting process. Perfect for artists looking to refine their craft and explore new techniques.
October 19th, 2025
The Dark Gallery By Grucz
Sundevedsgade 1, Copenhagen, Denmark
Nick Morte
Born in 1981 in Russia, Nick Morte is a multidisciplinary artist based in Norway. His work explores the Dark Side Of Beautiful, blending figurative and abstract elements with rich symbolism. A former award-winning tattoo artist, he transitioned to painting in the late 2010s. Nick’s journey includes a significant legal victory in 2018, advocating for artists’ rights in Norway.
Exhibitions
Solo Exhibitions
"Beyond" (2019) at Galleri Fjalar, Bergen
"Revelations" (2015) at Comfort Hotel Grand Central, Oslo
Group Exhibitions
"Portrettmalerne" (2024) at Bærum Art Association
"Høstensjo" (October 2023) – Joined exhibition with "Portrettmesterskapet" participants
"Take it Personally" (2015-2016) at the Historical Museum of Oslo
Interactive Art
"Let It Shine" interactive art experiment at Gallery Fjalar, Bergen (April 2024 & 2025)
“Darker Side of Beautiful”, painting performance accompanied by live music, with Ole Teigen (May 16th 2024)
Curatorial Work
Curator of Inferno Art Exhibition 2024 & 2025 at Clarion The Hub, Oslo, featuring international artists and illustrators, as a part of Inferno Ferstival
Live Painting Performances
Art Battle: Winner, Oslo (2016); Winner of first round, Christchurch, New Zealand (2018)
Music Festivals: COPENHELL, TONS OF ROCK, ORGIUM SATANICUM (2019-2020 with Trine Grimm) "Tons Of Art" art fusion performance at Tons Of Rock (2002,2023, 2024), HELLSINKI METAL FEST 2025
Television
Participant in "Portrettmesterskapet" on NRK TV (2023)
Media and Publications
Interview: Metal Insider
The NZ Artist (July 1, 2018)
Scene360 (August 7, 2017)
