Reykjavík Grapevine - 31.07.2015, Blaðsíða 56

ART
OPENINGS
July 31 - August 13
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Opening
ART67
Bjarnveig Björnsdóttir Exhibit
This exhibit features the abstract oil
paintings of Bjarnveig Björnsdóttir. Her
artwork focuses on the beauty of stones of
various shapes and colors. There will be an
opening party on August 8 at 14:00.
Opens August 8
Runs until August 31
ASÍ Art Gallery
Þormóður Karlsson Retrospective
The late Þormóður Karlsson passed away
at the turn of his century, and a few of his
pieces—including oil paintings he made in
San Fransisco—are on display.
Opens August 7
Runs until August 30
Better Weather Window Gallery
‘Stock’ by David Subhi
Artist David Subhi works with multiple
media—wood, steel, canvas, rope, etc.—to
create unique structures.
Opens on August 1
Runs until August 29th
Gallery Tukt (Hitt Husið)
‘INDONESIAN LOVERS FROM
OUTER SPACE’
This exhibition features the works of five
young artists, and though their pieces vary
greatly in style, all of them fit the theme of
outer space in some way.
Opens August 8
Runs until August 22
Icelandic Printmakers
Association (Íslensk Grafík)
‘New Works’ by Hjörtur Hjartarson
This exhibition features oil on canvas and
gouache on paper paintings by Hjörtur
Hjartarson. His works tend to be very
abstract and colourful, with rich textures.
Opens on August 1
Iðnó
‘Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride’
This film explores the differences between
marches, parades, and confronting the
status quo as Ken Coolen, Vancouver Pride
Parade President, tours different countries
around the world to examine how pride is
performed. There will be a panel discussion
after the screening, at 18:30.
August 4 at 17:00
BDSM: Sexual Orientation or
Lifestyle?
This seminar, organised in conjunction with
the BDSM organization in Iceland, discusses
the visibility of the BDSM community, and its
place in the discussion of sexual orientation.
August 5 at 12:00
Break the Silence
In cooperation with Stígamót–Education
and Counselling Center for Survivors of
Sexual Abuse and Violence, Reykjavík Pride
presents ‘Break the Silence’, a seminar on
sexual violence from the queer perspective.
August 6 at 12:00
Let’s Talk About HIV: Discussions
and HIV Testing
Join Einar Þór Jónsson and HIV-Iceland for
a discussion of HIV and related issues. Free
HIV tests can be administered by staff from
the National University Hospital.
August 6 at 18:00
The Health Care System In The Eyes
of Trans and Intersex Peoples
Come join Kitty Anderson, the President
of Intersex Iceland, in the panel discussion
of trans and intersex health care issues–
for example, on issues faced by the
communities, and how Iceland’s health care
system compares globally.
August 7 at 12:00
JL Húsið
This multimedia installation is the first
collaboration between musician and
composer Gunnar Gunnsteinsson, and
philosopher and journalist Kristján
Guðjónsson. The piece, shown in an old
supermarket being turned into a hotel, is an
experimental reflection on temporality and
human existence, modern technology, and
the ever-impending apocalypse.
August 8, 13:00-21:00
Kiki Queer Bar
Queer as Fu#%–Queer Quiz
Know all there is to know about queerdom?
Come put your knowledge to the test.
August 4 at 21:00
Klambratún
Fun&Fairies
Come join the queer sport group Styrmir for
outdoor fun at Klambratún. And while you’re
at it, how about you donate some blood?
The Blood Donation truck will be there to
take donations and raise awareness for the
fact that MSMs still cannot donate. There
will also be a barbeque!
August 5 at 17:00
QueeReads
Reykjavík Pride invites you to a series
of Icelandic literary readings and
performances—including Kristín Svava
Tómasdóttir, Júlía Margrét Einarsdóttir,
Kristín Ómarsdóttir, Elísabet Jökulsdóttir and
Jón Örn Loðmfjörð—and hosted by Salóme
Rannveig.
August 7 at 17:00
Reykjavík City Hall
The History of Reykjavík Pride in
Photos
This exhibition shows selected photos
from the PressPhotos archive depicting
many historical Pride moments—it also
features photographs by Alda Villijós and
Alda Lilja of those who break the mold and
challenge norms, even from within the queer
community.
August 6 at 17:00
SÍM
‘Lust for Life’ by Georg Óskar
This exhibit features the paintings of Georg
Óskar, many of which involve muted colours
and portraits. His work aims to reflect on the
hidden and vague aspects of life.
Madison Perfumery Reykjavik • Aðalstræti 9 • 101 Reykjavik
tel : +354 571 7800 • www.madison.is
Iceland’s fi rst n iche per f u mer y,
offeri ng a world class selection of
the fi nest ar tistic per f u mes and
cosmetics i n dow ntow n R e y k j av i k
Welcome to our enchanting
Beauty Room where we offer a
range of treatements using only
the finest skin care products
Students Of Social Justice
Radical Summer School
Múltí Kúltí
Barónstígur 3 (F7) | Runs August 10-16 13:00-22:00 | Free!
Lots of students go to summer school to take another shot at
calculus or get some extra credits in. But instead of learning about
integrals and asymptotes, the main lessons covered at this school
are solidarity and empowerment. No SparkNotes necessary. This
free and volunteer-run school for university-level students includes
a series of lectures that cover topics including radicalising food
systems, urban growth, trans rights and feminism, and ends with a
party. So leave calc for another day—it’s time to kick the kyriarchy
in the asymptote! KES
ART HOUSE CINEMA & CAFÉ
CULT CLASSIC MOVIE POSTER EXHIBITION
ICELANDIC FILMS
WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES
HAPPY HOUR AT THE BAR FROM 17:00-20:00
ShowtimeS: bioparadis.is | Hverfisgata 54 | Reykjavík | +354 412 7711 | midasala@bioparadis.is
A journey
through the
visual world
of Iceland
The Culture House
Hverfisgata 15
101 Reykjavík
The exhibition, shop
and café are open
daily 10 - 17
Closed on Mondays
16/9 – 30/4
Illuminated manuscripts, textiles, carvings,
photographs, paintings and contemporary
Icelandic art www.culturehouse.is
The Culture House is part of the National Museum of Iceland
Language
Culture History
Borgartún 1 • Tel. 551 7700
info@thetincanfactory.eu • www.thetincanfactory.eu
Food and
Fun!
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Issue 11 — 2015