Ivar Dillan is a self-taught visual artist from Bodø with a background in music. His artistic expression is rooted in a modernist tradition, characterized by an expressionist style. Dillan is known for capturing moods from concert venues, which is reflected in his work.
The artist has had several solo exhibitions and his works have been purchased by both public and private institutions, including the Norwegian Culture Council and the Nordnorsk Art Museum. Dillan works with various techniques, such as painting, drawing, graphics, watercolor and photography, and his use of colour, movement and dynamics are central elements in his art. He also has a distinctive style when it comes to portraying personal characters.