Kategori: Art circuit

Street Art – Jessheim

COLORING THE STREETS in Jessheim 

In Jessheim there is a lot of exciting street art .

Jessheim celebrated its 10-year town anniversary in 2022 and in that connection a wall was painted with a Steinar Caspari motif designed by Egil Nyhus called Gjess.

In the park by Såvegen there is also an exciting piece of art painted on a small house.

On the back wall of Ullensaker Kulturhus there is also a wall with drawings inspired by motifs and people from Jessheim.

Martin Whatson has painted several walls around the Oslo region in correlation with a project called SPRAY. In Jessheim Whatson and Eric Ness Christiansen have done a huge piece together. To get to the art simply take the bus or train to Jessheim station. From there walk across the parking lot to Henrik Bulls vei. You can see Whatson's work finishing the piece on each sides of the road. 
Check out the SPRAY video here

Martin Whatson (b.1984) is a Norwegian street artist best known for his calligraphic scribbles in grayscale voids. Over the past decade, Martin has developed an unmistakable aesthetic combining abstract movement with figurative stencilled compositions. His works can be seen to mirror the rise and fall of the streets, as he symbolically recreates the urban environment, then vandalises it to reveal his vibrant transformations. Read more about Whatson

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SculptureRoute at Wergelandshaugen

Every visit to the Wergelandshaugen Art Center should include a walk in the ravine landscape and experience the sculpture park with the historic garden.

The sculptures appear as moments of surprise placed in the scenic surroundings of the ravine landscape.

The historic garden has been restored to the 1920s, according to photographs and with period plants.

Among the artists you will experience in the park are Jim Darbu, Nils Martin, Annicken Thrane-Steen and Ole Fredrik Hvidsten. 

Jim Darbu "Sunset", 2022 "For a long time I have been drawing figures with more arms and legs than is usual for a human, I guess you could say that I have found inspiration from the world of insects. Like a thunder devil lying on its back on a late summer's day I have made a creature that lies on its back and gropes for its existence.

"Jim Darbu "Into thin air", 2022 For many years I have dealt with figures that melt or disintegrate in various ways. The sculpture that is now on display in the ravine forest is also part of this theme. The idea has been to create a being that dissolves in many ways, but cancels the force of gravity, and rather disappears into the clouds rather than falling to the ground.

Nils Martin "BACKFOOT BOYS", 2022 "Backfoot Boys" shows two Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-like figures who have taken up residence in, for example, Bigfoot's left behind shoes. The title "Backfoot Boys" alludes to the fact that they are either on their heels and taking it cool or that they are behind, lagging behind.

Annicken Thrane-Steen "On forgiveness", 2018 On forgiveness is an old term for forgiveness, regret or apology as one would say today. The term also means pray, fine, fine, pay and expiate.

The historical word points to the Tingkirken where the Eidsivatinget was located in the Middle Ages.

Ole Fredrik Hvidsten "Håndlangeren's daughter", 2022 "One hand spreads over another and stops the movements that have begun. 

If you walk the Pilgrim path past Eidsvoll Church, you’ll find Wergelandshaugen down the sunken lane. 

Here you can explore outdoor art, a café, uniqu accomodation in the Culture Hub.

The guided tours at Wergelandshaugen are based around the diverse cultural history of the area, and the architecture and history of the house itself.

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Artist Kari Anne Marstein

Welcome to Fryd og Gammen, Lillestrøm's most creative shop and gallery! Here you will find an inspiring universe of interior design, art and redesign all under one roof.

In a charming house in the pedestrian street, four creative ladies have created a vibrant meeting place where art and design merge. They are Fru Bugge (collage art), Kari Anne Marsetin (paintings), Anne Kat Redesign (redesign) and interior stylist Therese Myhrvold. In addition, Fryd & Gammen has invited over 20 local artists to an exhibition where they show and sell their works.

At Fryd og Gammen you can experience art up close, meet the artists in person and explore a store that is a showcase for Lillestrøm's art and cultural life

Opening hours : Tuesday – Friday 1100-1700, Saturday at 1100-1600

Art at Flomvollen is a market at Flomvollen in Lillestrøm city where artists and artisans display and sell their art from booths along the promenade. This year is the fourth year the event has been held and the number of artists and visitors has increased every year. Last year there were about 50 artists and we expect more this year. At this market you will find original art such as paintings and prints, ceramics, glass art and textile works and in addition some authors will sell their books. The event is weather dependent and status is given on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/2197015057439024

 

Open Studio Tour in Lillestrøm city 

On this day the artists in Lillestrøm city open their studios or workshops for you to visit. Also some of the city's galleries are open for visitors this day. The art forms vary from paintings, graphics, collage, photography, textiles and ceramics.

Time: every spring  Place: Lillestrøm city, various locations  Organizer: artist Kari Anne Marstein (Torvgata 26a)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lillestromapentatelier

Instagram: @kunstpaaflomvollen

 

Henie Onstad Art Center

Henie Onstad Kunstsenter is a leading venue for modern and contemporary art, situated at Høvikodden, 15 minutes west of Oslo. Henie Onstad opened in 1968 and was made possible by a generous donation from art collectors Sonja Henie and Niels Onstad. Located in scenic surroundings, Henie Onstad includes 3500 m2 of exhibition space, Henie Onstad Lab, meeting rooms, a museum shop and a cafe.

The art center hosts temporary exhibitions as well as the Henie Onstad collection, which includes works by Picasso, Matisse, Beuys, Christo and famous Norwegian artists such as Weidemann. Henie Onstad also has the permanent installation, ‘Hymn of life’, by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. The art center is also home to figure skater Sonja Henie's fantastic collection of medals and prizes.

Guided group tours are available all year round – contact booking@hok.no.

Artistic Profile 

Henie Onstad Kunstsenter was established in 1968 as a donation of the collectors Sonja Henie and Niels Onstad. The choice of "Kunstsenter," rather than "museum," was deliberate, signaling that Henie Onstad was to be not only a keeper of a strong modern European collection, but also a producer of experimental art.

Today Henie Onstad is one of Norway's leading institutions for the Norwegian and International art scene. The Kunstsenter is an active arena for debate and social critique, with a broad commitment to the arts and its audience. Its expertise, collections and historical identity lie in the interdisciplinary field, with special emphasis on the relationship between art, sound, performance and the historical avant-garde.

The Collection

Since its establishment in 1968, The Henie Onstad Kunstsenter collection has grown substantially. From the approximately 300 works at the grand opening, the collection now includes over 4,000 works of art. 

This inventory ranges from a core collection of modernist works (dates 1920-1960), to special collections related to the Fluxus and COBRA movements, as well as the works comprising the sculpture park and the contemporary works acquired in the past 20 years.

Henie Onstad manages several large collections deposited or on loan from the DNB Bank Foundation, as well as private collectors Inger and Andreas L. Riis, and Erling Neby. Henie Onstad frequently lends works from its collections to important international museums. Additionally, Henie Onstad manages a large archive, containing documents and photographs related to exhibition and performance history, and a collection of artists books. The Henie Onstad archive is of particular value because of the art center's long history of musical and performance art productions and its progressive interdisciplinary exhibition history. 

Henie Onstad

Sculpture Park 

The Henie Onstad Kunstsenter  is located in the beautiful park and recreation area of Høvikodden on the Oslo fjord peninsula, surrounded by public trails, wharfs and shorelines. Our sculptures have close ties to Henie Onstad's exhibition history and are responsive to this scenic setting. 

Towering at the sculpture park's entrance is Arnold Haukeland's Sun Sculpture from 1970. The sculpture was commissioned by Niels Onstad in memory of Sonja Henie. The park also houses the sculptures Jordkrefter, Runes and Nattens fugl by Haukeland.

Live program

With its annual concert series, Henie Onstad presents a vast lineup of concerts, performances and presentations with established and emerging musicians and artists. 

Combining a strong exhibition program with a focus on music, dance and performance has been, and remains, a central part of Henie Onstad's profile. This original vision—of preserving the past, present and future art through dynamic and interdisciplinary activities—has continued to influence the Kunstsenter since its opening in 1968. Henie Onstad regularly partners with Ny Musikk, All Ears, The Ultima Festival, and NOTAM and is an important exhibition space for experimental performance arts and music.

Combine your visit to Henie Onstad with a nice lunch in the restaurant Piruetten, a stroll along the coastal path – a favourite among the locals – and a break by the beach overlooking the sunbathers and the nautic life at sea. Enjoy.

Easy acces from Oslo by public transport bus 160 to Henie Onstad Seniorsenter. Schedule at www.ruter.no 

 

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Martin Whatson Street Art in Greater Oslo

COLORING THE STREETS IN GREATER OSLO

Discover amazing street art around in Greater Oslo done by Martin Whatson. Go and explore the art yourself!

 

Martin Whatson has painted several walls around the Oslo region in correlation with a project called SPRAY. You will find one of his pieces in this project at lille smuget in Asker. The town center is only a short walk from the train station. Whatson has also done a piece at Bekkestua elementary school. 

Check out the SPRAY video here

In Jessheim Whatson and Eric Ness Christiansen have done a huge piece together. To get to the art simply take the bus or train to Jessheim station. From there walk across the parking lot to Henrik Bulls vei. You can see Whatson's work finishing the piece on each sides of the road. 
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Martin Whatson (b.1984) is a Norwegian street artist best known for his calligraphic scribbles in grayscale voids. Over the past decade, Martin has developed an unmistakable aesthetic combining abstract movement with figurative stencilled compositions. His works can be seen to mirror the rise and fall of the streets, as he symbolically recreates the urban environment, then vandalises it to reveal his vibrant transformations. Read more about Whatson

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The culture destination Ramme

Edvard Munch's villa

Edvard Munch bought the property Nedre Ramme in 1910, and kept it until his death in 1944. Several of his monumental works were created here. A separate cultural trail shows the way to the colorful motifs and the landscape that inspired them. Shortly after the takeover, Edvard Munch wrote to his aunt: The place I have is almost the most beautiful along the entire coast. And that is no understatement. It is obvious that the beautiful coastal landscape and surrounding forest inspired our greatest artist.

After many years of restoration, the villa has been returned to its original condition. Entering is like stepping into another time, and you can almost feel Munch's spirit in the house. Ramme offers Munch walks, where you can join a walk in the coastal landscape and the surrounding forest, you get to enter the villa, and finally down into the exhibition room in the picture gallery, where Edvard Munch's original art is displayed.

See more about Edvard Munch's villa here.

Havlystparken

Havlystparken is a beautiful garden developed over several decades. No other park in Norway is as diverse and inspiring. All the different plants, the little surprises and the visual excess characterize the entire facility.

Ramme's gardeners ensure that each season is worth a separate journey. In the heart of the park is an outdoor stage where you can experience theater performances and concerts. Close to the stage are Korshaven and Paléhaven. This is a unique arena for companies and gatherings. Here it is arranged for larger and smaller groups for dining and entertainment. The park also contains sculptures ranging from ancient times via mythology and classical style to our own time. Here you can experience works by artists such as Frans and Nico Widerberg, Peter Linde, Marian Heyerdahl and Per Ung.

The wagon and sleigh collection

In "Vognremissen" you will have the opportunity to experience a collection of historic wagons and sledges, with a wide range of age and country of origin. The oldest sleds in the collection are two baroque shell sleds from the Netherlands from approx. 1650. Otherwise, there is a wide selection of wagons and sledges from Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, Germany, Russia, Great Britain, France, Sicily, Spain, the USA, Indonesia and China.

The main part of the collection is from around 1900, but several are from the 18th and mid-19th centuries. In the collection are several English carriages, i.a. a London city omnibus from approx. 1900, with passenger seats on two floors and with original painted advertising. Others include a Wells Fargo Concord Coach (U.S. Mail) from the United States in 1865. This coach was used as a passenger and mail coach across the prairie.

Food and drink

Ramme kro and restaurant, and Ramme café and farm shop serve local, short-traveled and organic food and drink. Here you will find the whole spectrum from good pastries, via healthy soups to elaborate servings of the highest class. The raw materials are Debio-certified, preferably grown on the farm or sourced from the local area. You can also find many of the items in the farm shop, along with great gifts and everything for the garden.

Ramme fjord hotel

Ramme fjordhotell is an art hotel, and consists of two buildings that offer a lot of architectural history: The hostel is a half-timbered building in the 1780s style, inspired by architecture and building customs in Sweden and Denmark/Norway. The building has many beautiful craftsmanship details and a majestic red facade. The rooms have been named after Kristiania-bohemen and Fred. Olsen shipping companies, which have left their mark on local history.

The distillery is a brick factory building in the 1880s style. Here you will find the reception and facilities such as sauna, bar, library, meeting room, lounge, roof terrace with hot tub and observation tower. The Brenneriet is decorated with Edvard Munch as a theme. Common areas are named after the places and cities Munch frequented. Pictures he painted on the spot have given names to the guest rooms and are reproduced on the walls. If you are holding a conference or a wedding, you cannot get a finer setting for the experience.

The cultural program

The cultural program at Ramme ranges from chamber music with the country's leading performers, via outdoor theater with internationally known ensembles, to tours and cultivation inspiration. All the senses should be tickled through a look at the near and distant past, as well as a small taste of the future. Ramme offers, depending on the season, daily tours in Havlystparken, Munch walking, and tours in the Ramme picture gallery. At weekends you can experience various events that vary with the seasons: Garden days in spring, autumn market and Christmas market, children's day and various themed weekends. 

Access to Ramme

With your own car – exit Vestby syd, follow signs to Hvitsten and Ramme. With public transport, take the train to Vestby. Then taxi. Ramme is working to create an environmentally friendly bus solution.

See ramme.no/en for more information.

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Ramme Gaard – Edvard Munch´s House

Edvard Munch's villa at Nedre Ramme

Edvard Munch bought the property Nedre Ramme in 1910, and kept it until his death in 1944. After many years of restoration, the villa has been restored to its original condition. Entering is like stepping into another time, and you can almost feel Munch's spirit in the house.

Ramme offers Munch walks, where you can join a walk in the coastal landscape and the surrounding forest, you get to enter the villa, and finally down into the exhibition room in the picture gallery, where Edvard Munch's original art is displayed.

The light and landscape in the area inspired Munch is clear in several of his paintings, including the monumental Hall decorations and a number of bath pictures.

Edvard Munch in Ramme art gallery

This year's main exhibition in Ramme art gallery, Edv. Munch at Ramme featuring works on paper, shows works he created on paper during his time at Ramme. This includes graphics, watercolors and drawings.

See ramme.no/en for more information.

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Art experiences in the region of Lillestrøm

A short distance from Lillestrøm station you will find a selection of works of art!

Elvebredden Art Park with its 11 works of outside sculpture and art  – creates experiences and impressions along the Nitelva in Lillestrøm and the Sagelva in Sagdalen. It is owned and operated by Lillestrøm municipality.

few minutes from the train station you will find Nitja – center for contemporary art, which is one of Akershus places for contemporary art.

Changing exhibitions mean that you can experience many different artists and works of art throughout the year.

There is also a café at the center if you fancy a coffe break.Within 2 minutes of walk you head toward the art gallery Studio Oscar – here you can see different exhibition and buy som pieces of art. After this you can an take the trip to Blaker Skanse – which functioned as a small fortress" and defense in the period from 1683-1894 – and was built as a defense against the Swedes.

Today it is an art haven where many artists today have their workshops and studios in the area, and there is also a gallery and a café here.

On this tour you can also take the trip to Guttormsgard Archives – Blaker Meieri – which reflects a particular interest in alternative storytelling, artistic publishing and experimental communication.

When Guttorm Guttormsgaard wanted "a more generous and spacious history of art", it was both about what the concept of art should include and about how art could be communicated in the most vivid way possible to a diverse audience.

You can choose whether you want to take the train to/from Blaker station (Kongsvingerbanen) or whether you want to drive.

Travel tips: Take the train to Lillestrøm – after the tour in the city you can take the Kongsvingerbanen to Blaker for Blaker Skanse and Blaker Dairy The trip can also be done by car.

The garden of the townhall

The artis says "I saw the potential in the wall along Rådhushagen when I held a workshop with young people at Atlas in the autumn of 2020, so when I was asked to do something with it less than a year later, I was more than happy to say yes!

I really enjoyed working on this project and met lots of lovely people who stopped by for a chat while I was painting.

A big thank-you also goes out to the young people who helped decorate the “ugly” generator box."

Rådhushagen has become a colourful and cozy little spot in Jessheim.

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Wear Many Hats – Ullensaker Townhall

The artwork "Wear Many Hats" on the roof of Ullensaker Cultural Center was created by TelmoMiel, it is seen from the railway station – so all people arriving with the train see this

 

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