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Runs until May 31
Reykjavik Art Museum:
Ásmundarsafn
‘Artistic Inclination’ by Ásmundur
Sveinsson
Works that span the entire career of
sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson (1893-1982)
from when he was a student at the Sate
Academy in Sweden to abstract pieces
created towards the end of his life. His
work is inspired by nature, literature and
the Icelandic people.
Runs until October 4
Reykjavik Art Museum:
Hafnarhús
‘Áfangar’ by Richard Serra
Richard Serra unveiled his environmental
art installation on Viðey Island 25 years ago.
In honour of the anniversary, Hafnarhús
presents an exhibition of Richard’s
drawings and graphic works as well as film
and photographs from ‘Áfangar’ on Viðey.
Runs until September 20
‘bears; truths…’ by Kathy Clark
Using teddy bears discarded by Reykjavík
children, Kathy develops a narrative about
life’s journey. Throughout her career, she
has shown work in Iceland and the United
States, and is the founder of two window
galleries in downtown Reykjavík.
Runs until October 18
‘Erró and Art History’
The exhibition provides an insight into
the work of the Icelandic painter Erró. He
maintains a style that fluctuates between
surrealism and pop art, integrating
elements of comics and science fiction.
This exhibition presents works in which
he has borrowed images and fragments of
pictures by some of the leading artists in
history, such as Picasso and Léger.
Runs until September 27
Kunstschlager Chamber
The art initiative Kunstschlager has
moved all of its activities into the upper
level of Hafnarhús. This offers visitors the
opportunity to walk around, pause and
experience the ambiance of Kunstschlager.
The space is devoted to audio and video
works, two- and three-dimensional
pieces, as well as specially-designed
Kunstschlager furniture, on which guests
can comfortably relax. The first exhibition,
' BICATULAMIDE' by Steingrím Eyjfjörð
opens on May 23 at 14:00 and runs until
June 4.
Runs until September 30
‘Process & Pretense’ by Magnús
Sigurðarson
Best known for his pop-culture-referencing
photographic series and video art, Magnús
Sigurðarson addresses in this exhibit the
universal human yearning for the sublime.
There will be a special artist talk on May
23 at 15:00, and a special performance and
book release party on July 23 at 20:00.
Runs until October 18
Reykjavík Art Museum -
Kjarvalsstaðir
‘Just Painted 2’
Nýmálað 2 (Just Painted 2) is the second
instalment of a large art exhibition. The
first instalment, Nýmálað 1, opened in
Hafnarhúsið last February. This overview
of contemporary paintings features the
works of 60 artists. Never before has such
an extensive showcasing of Icelandic art
taken place.
Runs until June 6
Reykjavík City Library, Spöng
Graduate Exhibition from Arts
Students in Borgarholtsskóli
The graduating students of Hafdís
Ólafsdóttir, Ingibjörg Friðriksdóttir and
Guðrún Ragnarsdóttir at Borgarholtsskóli
show their graphic design projects.
Runs until May 30
Reykjavík City Museum - The
Settlement Exhibition
Reykjavík 871 +/- 2
Archaeological findings from ruins of one
of the first houses in Iceland and other
excavations in the city centre, open daily
09:00-20:00.
On permanent view
‘Settlement Sagas - Accounts from
manuscripts’
This special exhibition is held in
collaboration with the Árni Magnússon
Institute for Icelandic Studies. At the centre
of this special exhibition are rarely seen
manuscripts that tell the history of the
settlement of Reykjavík.
On permanent view
Reykjavík City Theatre
‘Blæði: Obsidian Pieces’ by Damien
Jalet
Iceland Dance Company presents four
The Life of a Photographer
'Traces of Life'
The Reykjavík Museum of Photography
Tryggvagata 15 (C3) | May 16 - Sept 13 12:00-19:00 | Free!
works by Belgian choreographer Damien
Jalet. He chose the name ‘Obsidian Pieces’
because like the stone, each piece is both
dark and reflective. Erna Ómarsdóttir
created the piece ‘Black Marrow’ with
Damien in Australia in 2009 as the second
part of a performance premiered in Iceland
at that time. This will be the first time it is
performed in Iceland.
Runs until May 28
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 more than 200 ships.
On permanent view
The Reykjavík Museum of
Photography
‘What I See’ by Laura Andrés
Esteban
Exploring the difference between what is
real and what is seen, Spanish multi-
media artist Laura Andrés Esteban
uses photography and illustrations to
communicate her vision and make people
smile.
Runs until June 2
‘The Workshop’ by Bára
Kristinsdóttir
A new display is opening in the Cube in
the Reykjavík Museum of Photography. It’s
a combination of photos and video works
in which we get to know two elderly men
and their nylon coating business. Theirs is
a story about old vs. new and tradition vs.
progress and how time changes everything.
Runs until June 26
‘Traces of Life: The Subjective and
Personal in Photography Today’
The exhibition consists of photographs by
Agnieszka Sosnowska, Bára Kristinsdóttir,
Daniel Reuter, Hallgerður Hallgrímsdóttir,
Kristina Petrošiut and Skúta. It turns the
lens and makes the photographer the
subject by looking into their personal lives
and emotions.
Runs until September 13
Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum
‘Interplay’ − thinking across
sculpture and design
This exhibition focuses on the relationship
between the Danish architect Finn Juhl
(1912-1989) and the Icelandic sculptor
Sigurjón Ólafsson in the years of 1940 to
1945. Both were pioneers, each in his field,
and both went unexplored paths in their
experiments with form and material.
Runs until August 30
SÍM Gallery
‘Wonderland II’ by Lóa Björk
Lóa Björk uses abstract paintings to
represent the forces of nature. With
acrylics and watercolour, she explores
the movement and metamorphosis of
the ever-changing landscape. Lóa is an
important figure in the art scene in East
Iceland, both as an artist, art teacher and a
board member of SAMfélagið, a grass root
organisation centring on the creative arts in
East Iceland.
Runs until May 26
Spark Design Space
‘One by Eighteen’ by Halla Kristín
Hannesdóttir and Auður Ösp
Guðmundsdóttir
Designers Halla Kristín Hannesdóttir and
Auður Ösp Guðmundsdóttir have designed
doll houses which will be displayed at
Spark Design Space. Doll houses are
worlds of their own where anything can
happen and imagination is the only real
limit.
Runs until May 31
Tveir Hrafnar Gallery
‘Cliffs, sunshine, heroes, sky, sea
and birds’ by Hulda Hákon
With texts, paintings wall reliefs and
sculptures, renowned Icelandic artist Hulda
Hákon transforms small everyday feats into
heroic victories.
Runs until June 20
Týsgallerí
‘Physique’ by Bryndís Hrönn
Ragnarsdóttir
This mixed media exhibition is made up of
a hand drawn wall relief, metal sculptures
and drawings of fat people. There is an
artist’s talk on May 22 at 17:00.
Runs until June 7
Wind and Weather Gallery
‘Collection/Samansafn’ by
Ragnhildur Jóhanns
Ragnhildur is both a visual artist and a
poet, and much of her work shows her love
of both art forms through mix media pieces
that make use of pages from old books.
Runs until June 29
Volcano House
The exhibition gives a brief overview of
Iceland’s geological history and volcanic
systems with superb photographs of
volcanic eruptions and other magnificent
aspects of Icelandic nature.
On permanent view
In the age of showy selfies, where we make sure the world knows
all about our Instagram-filtered duckfaces, latest gym class and
well-arranged food, six photographers decided to explore their own
personal and everyday lives in a subjective, intimate way. They take
on the role of models as well as artists through self-portraits and
images of their nearest surroundings, reflecting their experiences and
memories. The exhibition features works by Agnieszka Sosnowska,
Bára Kristinsdóttir, Daniel Reuter, Hallgerður Hallgrímsdóttir,
Kristina Petrošiut and Skúta. RÓG