Arts

We bring you profiles and interviews with prominent and emerging artists from the Nordic countries, including Scandinavian illustrators, photographers, painters and composers. Plus, all the latest news on exhibitions and art in Scandinavia.

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Artist Spotlight: Icelandic Artist Loji Höskuldsson

A visual artist who uses embroidery to capture an Icelandic yearning for summer.

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Getting to Know Finnish Poet Edith Södergran

“You looked for a woman, and found a soul – you are disappointed.”

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Six Photographers to See at Copenhagen Photo Festival 2020 Online

What to see and where to find it at this year’s photography festival.

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Artist Spotlight: Norwegian Photographer Sara Skorgan Teigen

Get to know the Oslo-based photographer-cum-illustrator.

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What Ever Happened to Inger Stevens?

“I hope to leave something behind me, some contribution. You know, I’m rather fortunate to be here at all.”

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A Guide to Swedish Film: 10 Films to Watch

The perfect introduction to Swedish cinema.

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Artist Spotlight: Icelandic Artist Melanie Ubaldo

Get to know Philippine-born artist Melanie Ubaldo.

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Artist Spotlight: Sweden-Based Artist Florence Montmare

Working in a range of artistic mediums, this artist is based in both Stockholm and New York City.

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Artist Spotlight: Sweden-Based Illustrator Andrea Pippins

Born in the US and now based in Sweden, this artist uses vibrant imagery to underscore her messages.

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(Un)told Pages: Copenhagen’s New BIPOC Literature Festival

The literature festival that centres black, indigenous, and people of color, and their stories.

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Artist Spotlight: Danish Painter Augusta Atla

Find out why this artist grew up thinking that art is as important as food or shelter.

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Artist Spotlight: Finnish Illustrator Linda Vuorenvirta

Working both digitally and by hand, this illustrator is focused on character-driven narratives paired deeper issues like social injustice and mental health.