Reykjavík Grapevine


Reykjavík Grapevine - 03.02.2017, Qupperneq 50

Reykjavík Grapevine - 03.02.2017, Qupperneq 50
Art Art Listings49The Reykjavík GrapevineIssue 02 — 2017 Cigarettes, Guitars, and Beer Jóhanna Ólafsdóttir - Ljósmyndir Reykjavík Museum of Photography | Tryggvagata 15 | Jan 28 to May 14t | 10.00- 18:00 Jóhanna Ólafsdóttir has been documenting life in Iceland through photography since the 1970s. Instead of the sweeping landscapes and dynamic skies that fascinate many Icelandic photographers, Jóhanna focusses on the commonplace, cap- turing everyday scenes that tell a different story of Iceland. In doing so, she sensitively preserves moments that would other- wise become memories and, eventually, be lost to time com- pletely. HJC Pétursson - a pioneer of Icelandic abstract art, and his rich artistic career. Runs until February 12, 2017 Nordic House ‘Century of the Child’ An exhibition of Nordic design for children from 1900 to the present day. Runs until February 27, 2017. Exhibition by Katrín Matthíasdóttir Katrín Matthíasdóttir's exhibition falls into two categories: portraits of the artist’s three sons and images of conflict, inequality, pollution and climate change. What can we can expect to happen if the world continues to deteriorate? Runs until February 8, 2017 Reykjavík Art Museum - Hafnarhús ‘One More Story’ A collection of works by Yoko Ono expressing feminism, peace, and collective activism. Runs until February 5, 2017 ‘Arising - A Call’ A call to women to submit an anonymous photograph of their eyes along with a narrative of how they have been harmed in some way. Runs until February 5, 2017 Bout: Video Works from the Collection BOUT is an extensive project where a large part of the animated works in the Reykjavík Art Museum collection will be put on show. The themes in question are play, performance, documentation and storytelling. The first theme was PLAY, which opened in early January. The second, PERFORMANCE, starts on February 9th, the third, RECORD; starts on March 9th, and last, TALE, begins on April 6th. Runs until May 7, 2017 D29 Anna Hrund Másdóttir: Fantastic Souvenirs In this exhibit, Anna Hrund Másdóttir explores the subconscious and meditation by dissecting and rearranging real world objects. Runs until May 7, 2017 Reykjavík City Museum ‘Settlement Sagas: Accounts from Manu- scripts’ This exhibition has rarely seen manuscripts that tell the history of the settlement of Reykjavík. On permanent view Reykjavík Maritime Museum '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 '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 'Seawomen - the fishing women of Ice- land, past and present' On permanent view Reykjavík Museum of Photography “Ljósmyndir” by Jóhanna Ólafsdóttir Jóhanna Ólafsdóttir has been documenting life in Iceland through photography since the 1970s. Instead of the sweeping landscapes and dynamic skies that fascinate many Icelandic photographers, Jóhanna focusses on the commonplace, capturing everyday scenes that tell a different story of Iceland. In doing so, she sensitively preserves moments that would otherwise become memories and, eventually, be lost to time completely. Runs until May 14, 2017 “The Maiden/The Farm Boy's Dream” by Vigdís Heiðrún Viggósdóttir This romantic exhibit explores the dream of the countryside. The photos follow lovers meeting, falling in love, and the struggles and feelings that accompany. Runs until March 21, 2017 Ramskram Gallery “Behind The Waterfall” by David Barreiro David Barreiro presents a series of photographs taken on the south coast of Iceland during the summers of 2013 and 2014. Runs until March 5, 2017 The Culture House 'Points of View' Guests are taken on a journey through the Icelandic visual world of past and present. On permanent view. The Icelandic Phallological Museum More than 215 penises and penile parts belonging to land and sea mammals of Iceland. On permanent view The National Gallery 'Vasulka Chamber' Steina and Woody Vasulka are some of the pioneers in multimedia and video art, and have a show at the National Gallery. On permanent view The National Museum of Iceland 'The Making of A Nation' This exhibition is intended to provide insight into the history of the Icelandic nation from Settlement to the present day. On permanent view Volcano House The exhibition gives a brief overview of Iceland’s magnificent nature. On permanent view Weather and Wind Window Gallery “Three Part Performance Series: The Presence; The Oracle, The Consultant and The Masseuse” A series of three performances by artists livestreamed as well in Reykjavík and abroad. Runs until February 26, 2017 F Your Airport Transfer Book now at airportexpress.is Contact information: Tel. +354 540 1313 | iceland@grayline.is | airportexpress.is 2006-035 Departures from Kefl avík Int. Airport are in connection with all arriving passengers fl ights.
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