About

My name is Joen, and my middle name is Rude. You might think… that’s a rude name? But in reality, it’s Danish, and “rude” means glass window. Still, “rude” also does encapsulate my art in some ways, because I love making art that provokes. I paint directly from the heart with no filters. Whatever ends up on the canvas is something I care deeply about.

The goal isn’t just to provoke for the sake of provoking. It’s to ask genuine, existential questions that might be intimidating to entertain.

My spiritual journey started in November 2021, and ever since, I have been digging myself deeper into the grave, as everything I thought I knew wasn’t like that at all. Feeling an immense call, I found my way to the canvas in 2025. With no experience, no training, no education, I grabbed a brush to see if I was able to paint anything even remotely more advanced than a stick man. Although I’m no CJ Hendry, I realized that painting gives me joy on a level I couldn’t remember ever feeling. It took me one painting (BREAKING NEWS, 2025) to realize that I found my purpose. What a feeling that is, and I’m so grateful.

My artwork is conceptual. Every painting has a story along with deep symbolism. Spending many hours in front of the canvas allows me to go deep with whatever concept I’m working with. This is what makes art so enjoyable to me. My crooked mind finally has an outlet where each layer of paint is a direct translation of what’s going on inside my little noodle.

Commissions: I occasionally take on commissions if the concept feels aligned. If you’ve got an idea with soul, feel free to reach out.

Love & Hugs

Joen Rude