About
Dan Berg is a contemporary artist and a former comedy writer for Cartoon Network. He was born in 1986 and lives and works in London, UK.
Artist Statement (s)
Pub Version
I make playful contemporary art. The form changes, but there’s usually a layer of absurdity hiding something more serious underneath. If it sparks curiosity, confusion, unease or laughter - then I’ve done my job.
Gallery Version
Holding a BAFTA for comedy writing and a degree in Contemporary Art, Dan Berg uses humour and absurdity to explore cultural critique, modern masculinity and human connection. Working across digital media, mixed media, events and found objects, his practice creates playful, accessible works that invite laughter, pause and reflection.
Education
2006 - 2009
Contemporary Art Practice BA (Hons), Leeds University, UK.
Exhibitions + Other Professional Contributions
2025,
Habitat, Cupola Contemporary, Sheffield, UK (group exhibition)
2025
Badger in the Wall Gallery, Yorkshire, UK (group exhibition)
2025
Artelfest, London, UK (group exhibition)
2024
Here + Now, Oxmarket Contemporary, Chichester (group exhibition)
2024
Autumn Salon, Candid Arts, London (group art exhibition)
2024
Basic Bloke, Geoff Norcott, Stevenage (stand-up video director)
2016-24
Co-founding of a stand-up comedy organisation
2015
Counterfeit Cat, Nickelodeon, Bristol (tv writing)
2014
The Midnight Beast, Warp Films, London (tv writing)
2013
Snakebites, Lime Pictures (tv writing)
2013-16
The Amazing World of Gumball, Cartoon Network (tv writing)
2011-13
PLEB Talks, alternative comedy lectures, London (theatre production)
2008
The If Pound Project, Arts, Leeds (solo art exhibition)
Awards & Grants
2023
Smart Grant for comedy streaming, UK
2021
Innovate Grant for comedy production, London, UK
2016
BAFTA Childrens' Award for comedy writing, London, UK
2011
Ideas Tap Grant for Comedy Production, London, UK
2004
Phaidon Book Prize for Art, UK
1994
Swimming Badge (50m), Barnet Leisure Centre, UK