American painter. Born in Los Angeles, Swanson paints with oil, water, acrylic, mixed media and various print techniques . His art reflects the story-telling tradition imbued in him by his Mexican mother and Swedish father. The narrative in his paintings is clear and straightforward. He aims for humane morals, cultural roots, and for a self journey using visual means. His themes come from the stories of the Bible, social issues, and also everyday existence. Swanson's allegories embrace life and the spiritual changes that man experiences.