Reykjavík Grapevine - 01.06.2012, Side 48

A R T
in June
Gerðuberg
Stone, scissors, paper and the keys
to heaven
The exhibition Steinn, skæri, pappír og
lyklar að himnaríki features Icelandic
stones, scissors of various shapes and
sizes, paper (in the form of biblical
pictures and bibles) and keys, some of
which (who knows?) may unlock the
doors of heaven itself.
Runs until June 22
Hafnarborg
House Project, Second House
and Third House
This exhibition by Icelandic artist
Hreinn Friðfinnsson compiles his older
and his newer work. The focus is on
the history of old house in the lava
fields south of Hafnarfjörður.
Runs until August 19
Hafnarhús
Erró- Drawings from 1944-2012
The exhibition consists of over 200
drawings Erró has done since 1944
until the present day.
Runs until Aug 19
Harpa
How to Become Icelandic in 60
Minutes
Join for a comical theatre performance
about all kinds of aspects of Icelandic
culture. If you ŕe sick of feeling like a
tourist everywhere you go, this show
is for you. Tickets are 2000 ISK and
Harpa hosts two to three shows per
week in the Kadalón or Norðurljós
halls.
Runs until June 29
i8 Gallery
Silvia Baechli & Margrét H.
Blöndal- open; Wait
Open ; Wait is a multi-part con-
versation that begins between the
sculptures of Margrét H. Blöndal and
the drawings of Silvia Bachli. Minimal
gestures acumulate to become an
installation that gently manipulates the
territory in front of us.
Runs until the June 30
Knitting Iceland
Come and knit at Laugavegur 25, 3rd
floor, every Thursday, 14:00 - 18:00
On permanent view
Latin Dance Studio, Faxafen 12
Guided Practica - Argentine tango,
Sundays from 17:30-19:30
Register by phone 821 6929 or email
tangoadventure@gmail.com, 500 ISK
for students, 800 ISK for others. Six
week courses are also available.
On permanent veiw
Museum of Design – Hönnunar-
safn Íslands
Loop Language

The National Museum
MESSA Vision
June 1, 15:00-18:00
Nordic House
Free
Iceland is a large country with a vibrant culture. Its arts and music scene is
dynamic, but perhaps because of its geography it’s somewhat cloistered. In an
attempt to open further Iceland’s borders to the international art world, MESSA
(a creative collaboration of Icelandic artists and some of the country’s key movers
and shakers on the visual art scene) will be hosting MESSA Vision at Nordic House
June 1 from 15:00-18:00. The symposium—part of the Reykjavík Art Festival’s (I)
ndependent People Project—will explore the concept of the art fair in an attempt
to enhance Icelandic cultural and artistic connections to the rest of the world. A
reception will follow at the Nordic House restaurant, Dill.
Andreas Ribbung, founder and manager of Supermarket (an international art
fair) is the key-note speaker, joined by Dorothée Kirsch (director of the Center of
Icelandic Art) and artist Curver Thoroddsen, with Hanna Styrmisdóttir moderating.
The event is free and in English, and guests will get to witness genuine Icelandic per-
formance art. Fersteinn will perform as will Kartin Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir Hirt,
who give a criticism on the Icelandic church’s position in contemporary society. BW
VISIoNARY This symposium will tell you everything you need to know about how art fairs
are a gateway to the international art market.
Care To Own A Dieter
Roth?
Runs until June 3
Gallerí Fold
Free
Modern artist Dieter Roth was a master
of many media from an early age until his
death. The Icelandic nationalist’s discern-
ing forays into new and innovative forms
of expression remain some of the more
inspired of the 20th century: the singularity
of his life’s work perpetuating it still today.
Famous for his deconstructive oeuvre
and experimentations with biodegradable
media (including chocolate), Roth became
known for his unconventional installa-
tions and labor-intensive books later in
his life. His roots in print, though, remain
revolutionary.
Fortunately for those intrigued by Di-
eter’s two-dimensional works, Gallerí Fold
will exhibit a selection of Dieter’s prints
until June 3. Even if the prices are too high
for your liking, you can absorb the beauty
of this Icelandic visionary. BW
The Making of a Nation - Heritage
and History in Iceland
This exhibition is intended to provide
insight into the history of the Icelandic
nation from the Settlement to the
present day.
On permanent view.
The Nordic House
The Library
The collection centres on new Nordic
literature, both fiction and non-fiction.
The library lends out novels, academic
publications, audio books and more.
On permanent view
Reykjavík City Museum -
Reykjavík 871 +/- 2
The Settlement Exhibition
Archaeological findings from ruins of
one of the first houses in Iceland and
other excavations in the city centre,
open daily 10:00-17:00, 600 ISK per
adult, 300 ISK for children (children
under 12, free) and 450 ISK per person
in groups (10+).
On permanent view
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
From Poverty to Abundance
Photos documenting Icelandic fisher-
men at the turn of the 20th century.
On permanent view
The History of Sailing
Iceland's maritime history and the
growth of the Reykjavík Harbour.
On permanent view
The Call of Sagas
An exhibition from Finland about an
adventurous voyage in an open boat
from Finland to Iceland, honoring the
old viking shipping routes.
On permanent view
The Watercolours of Ólafur Thorla-
cius
Ólafur Þór worked with the Icelandic
Coast Guard for many years as a map-
maker. He is now retired and paints
beautiful watercolors in his free time.
On permanent view
Reykjavík Museum of
Photography
Hörður Sveinsson: Music Flood
Hörður Sveinsson has in recent years
become known for his photographs of
Icelandic pop culture, both as press
photographer for Grapevine and
Monitor as well as an independent
photographer. He has photographed
many bands and artists e.g. Björk,
Sigur rós, Mugison, Ham, Of Monsters
and Men, Retro Stefson and Lay Low.
Runs until June 5
Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum
Milestones: Sigurjón Ólafsson's
i8 Gallery
Tryggvagata 16
101 Reykjavík
Iceland
info@i8.is
T: +354 551 3666
www.i8.is
i8 was founded in 1995 and represents an eclectic mix of
Icelandic and international contemporary artists.
BIRGIR ANDRÉSSON
ÓLAFUR ELÍASSON
HREINN FRIÐFINNSSON
KRISTJÁN GUÐMUNDSSON
SIGURÐUR GUÐMUNDSSON
ELÍN HANSDÓTTIR
RONI HORN
RAGNAR KJARTANSSON
EGGERT PÉTURSSON
FINNBOGI PÉTURSSON
RAGNA RÓBERTSDÓTTIR
EGILL SÆBJÖRNSSON
KARIN SANDER
HRAFNKELL SIGURÐSSON
IGNACIO URIARTE
ÍVAR VALGARÐSSON
ÞÓR VALGARGSSON
LAWRENCE WEINER
Opening hours: Tuesday - Friday, 11-5pm, Saturday, 1-5pm.
Join our mailing list on www.i8.is or join us on Facebook.
Curated by Chris Fite-Wassilak
MARGRÉT H. BLÖNDAL
& SILVIA BÄCHLI
Open; Wait
19 May – 30 June 2012
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RegulaR guided TouRs – daily
Weekdays at 15.30.
Price 1500 ISK (Around 10 Euros)
Weekends at 11.00 and 15.30.
Price 1500 ISK (Around 10 Euros)
guided TouRs Packages
Book a tour package for small or large groups
All tours can be booked at the box office desk,
at tours@harpa.is
or via telephone +354 528 5009
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VisiT HaRPa. Take a guided tour of the
building and peak behind the scenes. Enjoy the
glass facade, elegant halls and different floors
of genius design.
harpa is definitely a must-see on any Iceland
travel agenda.
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