Tomas Colbengtson

Tomas Colbengtson was born in 1957 and raised in Björkvattnet, Tärnaby. His artistry is based on memories and experiences from the life and current situation of the Sami people. He shines a spotlight on Sami history. The school, which affected even the very youngest, had profound consequences for the Sami language. Southern Sami nearly died out in the Tärna area. Sami religion was banned. The state conducted racial biological research, forced relocations, and other methods to control the indigenous people of the Nordkalotten. His works also deal with pride in the Sami heritage and the knowledge that comes with it.
Tomas Colbengtson has exhibited in over 20 countries, and his works are represented at, among others, the British Museum in London, the Nasjonalmuseet in Oslo, Wanås Konst, and the Ájtte museum in Jokkmokk. He is also the recipient of the Queen Sonja Print Award 2024.

Current exhibitions:
Solo exhibition at Västerbottens Museum: 23.11.2025 - 3.5.2025
Group exhibition at the British Museum: 9.10.2025 - 22.3.2026