Reykjavík Grapevine - 05.12.2014, Page 49

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Reykjavík Art Museum -
Hafnarhús
‘Flatland’ by Sirra Sigrún
In her exhibition, Sirra Sigrún juxtaposes
structural stasis with movement by
integrating video with text, movement
and sculpture. The exhibit's title is a
reference, among other things, to a
book of the same title published in
1884 which is a satirical portrayal of the
social hierarchy using the language of
mathematics and geometry.
Runs until January 25
Synthesis
This international exhibition comprises
works by seven artists. The artists make
three-dimensional installations which
share the qualities of reflecting a certain
perception, thinking and rhythm, which
may be seen as an echo of life itself, of
primal forces, the structure of the fabric
of the world and the ongoing genesis of
the universe.
Runs until January 15
‘Worlds And Ways’ by Gunter
Damisch
This exhibition is a selection of works
by Gunter Damisch from the 1980s to
2013. On display are both graphic works
which Gunter has given Reykjavík Art
Museum and a selection of other works
by him. The works are highly individual
iconography and mythology oscillates
between figuration and abstraction.
Runs until January 25
Reykjavík Art Museum -
Kjarvalsstaðir
'Roundabouts' by Andreas Eriksson
Andreas Eriksson is one of the most
acclaimed Swedish artists of his
generation. The exhibition presents
Eriksson’s works from the last ten years,
spanning his entire oeuvre including
painting, photography, sculpture, film and
textile.
Runs until January 4
'Top Soil' by Andreas Eriksson
For the exhibition, artist Andreas Eriksson
has selected paintings and drawings
by Kjarval, which will be shown along
with new work by Andreas himself in
appreciation of Kjarval’s art.
Runs until January 4
The Reykjavík City Library
The collection centres around new Nordic
literature, both fiction and nonfiction.
The library lends out novels, academic
publications, audiobooks and more.
On permanent view
The Plant In The Hallway - Comics
Exhibition
Sisters Elísabet Rún and Elín Edda will open
a comics exhibition. On display will be
their first graphic novel, 'The Plant in the
Hallway.' They have been working on the
graphic novel for two years, and its story
is about the protagonist's life changes
when she puts a plant in her hallway.
Runs until January 15
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
On permanent view
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
From Poverty to Abundance
Photos documenting Icelandic fishermen at
the turn of the 20th century.
On permanent view
The History of Sailing
Iceland's maritime history that showcases
the growth of the Reykjavík Harbour.
On permanent view
The Coast Guard Vessel Óðinn
This vessel sailed through all three Cod
Wars and has also served as a rescue
ship to over 200 ships. Daily guided tours
at 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00, admission
1,900 ISK.
On permanent view
The Reykjavík Museum of
Photography
‘Girl Culture’ by Lauren Greenfield
Lauren’s exhibit focuses on the central
role occupied by popular culture in the
construction or deconstruction of female
identity. The exhibition consists of portrait
images and interviews that cast a light
on the experiences and expressions of
women today.
Runs until January 11
‘Iceland’ by Beth Yarnelle Edwards
Fascinated with the relations between
people, their living spaces and
possessions, the San Francisco based
photographer Beth Yarnelle Edwards
Challenging Beauty And Ugliness
‘Nonsicles And New Fur-Lings’ by Shoplifter
Hverfisgallery
Hverfisgata 4 (D4) | Nov 30 – Jan 31 | 11:00-17:00 | Free!
collaborates with her subjects to recreate
scenes from their daily lives. The Iceland
series was created when she spent a
summer month in Iceland. Her aim is to
seek out intersections of the mythic and
mundane.
Runs until December 9
Spark Design Space
Salon
Every year the Spark Design Space
installs a collection of projects they have
exhibited in the past.
Runs until January 5
volcanic eruptions and other magnificent
aspects of Icelandic nature.
On permanent view
Tveir Hrafnar
X-mas
For this special holiday show, the artists
and affiliates of Tveir Hrafnar band
together to offer a diverse exhibition.
Runs until December 31
Volcano House
The exhibition gives a brief overview of
Iceland’s geological history and volcanic
systems with superb photographs of
Wind And Weather Gallery
‘Enter. Space.’ by Auður Ómarsdóttir
The exhibit focuses on those two buttons:
enter and space. Both make space. Enter
gives you an invisible pass into another
realm or a leap down as far as possible.
Space gives you an invisible room that
keeps words apart from each other.
Runs until December 29
Artist Shoplifter, AKA Hrafnhildur Arnardóttir, likes to make art out
of hair, both human and synthetic. You might not be aware of the
fact, but you've definitely seen her work (you're quite possibly a
fan, even), most likely through one of her many collaborations with
Björk (that hair sculpture Björk donned on the cover of 'Medúlla'
was an original Shoplifter piece, for instance). At her Hverfisgallerý
show, you can view Shoplifter's latest obsession, the Fur-Lings,
which are reportedly furry paintings made with generous amounts
of hair. Go see it, you will like it. HSM