Dan Berg is a contemporary artist and a BAFTA-winning comedy writer. He was born in 1986 and lives and works in London, UK.

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

Prior to his art practice, Dan has worked across television and digital media...