Plants - Still life 2019
Gallery Grótta, Seltjarnarnes, Iceland
Two-artist exhibiton with Marta María Jónsdóttir
Drawings on paper and panel.
Seated amidst the tranquility of potted plants at home, one immerses in the timeless art of still life. This art form, often perceived as traditional, feminine, and somewhat nostalgic, provides a serene backdrop for absorbing the restorative energy emanating from the greenery. As the mind and body find solace in this setting, the artist's creations for the Plants exhibition offer a glimpse into her reality of grappling with chronic illness and confinement to the home. Through her work, she explores the historical context of women's art, where the domestic sphere and still life serve as both her world and the focal point of her artistic expression.
Spuni 2010
Gallery Box, Akrureyri, Iceland
Drawings on paper and panel. Photographs.
The artist presents the world through the eyes of a fly trapped in a web, capturing the ordinary and insignificant deaths of small animals by photographing their tiny bodies as they dry up and stiffen. She studies them with a childlike curiosity, meticulously assembling their images. She then transfers their outlines from the photographs to paintings on paper or panel. In her work, the world is black and white and inverted, where the lifeless insects appear as large, menacing creatures.
"grön" 2000
Gallery Mejan, Stocholm, Sweden
Installation with sculptures, video and participation performance.
Upon entering the warm, summer-themed indoor oasis from the cold Stockholm winter, visitors are greeted by two parallel exhibition halls adorned with large green cushions scattered across the lush green floor. To counteract the artificiality of the man-made hills and grass, the artist endeavors to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere that invites viewers to unwind and engage – whether through doodling on the cushions, rearranging them, playing with the setup, participating in conversations, or simply reclining and relaxing. Transitioning into the inner hall, the artificial nature theme persists within the dimly lit space. However, the ambiance takes on a more authentic feel as visitors watch a video presentation. While the natural scenery depicted is genuine, it carries a hint of aloofness. As it spins before the viewer, occasional glimmers of mountains, grass, and streams emerge, only to swiftly dissolve into abstract representations of the landscape as the scene continues to whirl.
Frænkur sýna - Cloaking Sculptures. 1997
Gallery Nema Hvað, Reykjavík, Iceland
Two-artist exhibiton with Marta María Jónsdóttir
Wire sculptures - 160 cm
Cloaking-Sculptures are operational solely upon direct contact with a human. These artistic creations are tailored to suit a specific individual, with considerations given to their size, appearance, movement and emotion. Essentially, Cloaking-sculptures serve as a tangible manifestation of one's personal aura.