Ågårdselva was a site for lumber cutting as early as in the 1600 century, and between 1860-1880 the saw mill was operating at full capacity. In 1973 the Dørje-Berg family purchased the old sawmill and restored the remaining buildings. Today these buildings serve as a workshop for the ceramic artist Eva Dørje-Berg and her son Ole Dørje, the painter. Throughout the year, Soli Brug host art exhibitions in the old restored houses. Guided tours can be arranged for groups.
Kategori: Art
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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The Hammering Man
Welcome to The Hammering Man in Lillestrøm! This solid man is 12 meters tall and weighs in excess of 20.5 tons. Hammering Man is the first work to be placed in the art park by the flood. It is the American Jonathan Borofsky who made the wonderful statue. There are similar statues in different places in the world – In Europe there are 3 other places than here in Lillestrom, one in Asia and 7 in the USA. An exciting and huge monument!
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Sculpture “Cheval de frise”
"Cheval de frise" is a series of sculptures by Dag Skedsmo, which were given as a gift to the city of Kongsvinger from Hedmark kunstfond. The sculptures were erected in 2022 along the Glomma river.
– Cheval di frise were a defence weapon used from the Middle Ages until the 19th century. In World Wars I and II, they reappeared as large steel structures.
– Kongsvinger Fortress has never been besieged or been in direct combat. The Swedes came here twice on this side of the Glomma, and both times they were fired on from the fortress and retreated. So this sculpture could just as easily be called "here, but no further"," says Dag Skedsmo.
Dag Skedsmo is a Norwegian painter and graphic artist. He works with geometric shapes in painting and screen printing, among other things. He has continued the hard edge tradition from the art of the 1960s, and has also been interested in optical phenomena. His compositions are executed with precision in cold, often blue and steel grey colours with hints of red.
Read more about Dag Skedsmo here
Galleri Festiviteten
Haaken L. Mathiesen's function rooms at Eidsvoll Verk from 1909 today house the district's leading art gallery and cultural heritage centre. The gallery has 8-10 changing exhibitions each year, presenting works by well-known artist.
Shop selling art & crafts and jewellery. Galleri Festiviteten is steeped in culture and well-worth a visit. The cafe in the cellar is idyllically located close to and with views of the River Andelva.
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The Flight Tower Fornebu
It is an exciting area under development hosting different events throughout the year. Here you find Caravelle Restaurant, Papirfly bar, artist workshops and art galleries, concert venue, a library, TV studio, radio studio and approx. 100 performing artists.
Bærum Kunsthall across the yard hosts chaning contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year.
In one of two hangars is Norway's largest TV studio where popular shows are recorded. Stjernekamp, Idol, The Voice and most recently Shall We Dance.
Enjoy a good coffee and a stroll in this creative melting pot.
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)
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Kunstverket Art Gallery
The gallery, which opened on Bærums Verk in 1997, specializes in graphics and provides a wide variety of contemporary graphics by a number of the country's foremost visual artists. The gallery also displays some handicrafts and ceramic sculpture.
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Broken Thrones – sculpture
The purpose of Skulpturstopp is to contribute to increasing awareness and knowledge about art by placing works by accomplished contemporary artists in communities in Eastern Norway.
BROKEN THRONES (2020)
European 19th century pavilions meet modern materials in Camilla Løw's sculpture at the popular outdoor area Nordbytjernet in Ullensaker municipality. The artist hopes that people on site will feel ownership of the sculpture, and use it as they wish.
The purpose of Skulpturstopp is to contribute to increasing awareness and knowledge about art by placing works by accomplished contemporary artists in communities in Eastern Norway.
Howling Dog by Erik Pirolt
The large dog in polished steel is placed on a high plinth on the bank of the Glomma River outside KUSK (Kongsvinger High School). The dog is tall and clearly visible. The steel has been polished a number of times so that the surface appears highly polished. The surface reflects the surroundings of the sculpture. This effect is a central part of the artwork.
Different seasons, light and weather will determine what we see. We, as viewers, become part of the whole. The reflections that arise are temporary and distorted. Pirolt wants the sculpture to be easy to perceive. The construction helps us to interpret it ourselves. The artwork becomes a characteristic of the place by allowing us to associate our own experiences with it. However, there is still a question that remains. The dog has raised its head to the sky and howls. Why does it do that?
The fact that the dog turns towards the sky may suggest something spiritual, religious or perhaps universal. Wergeland wrote it in poetry, in the poem "Myself"; "There is kinship between the soul and the stars."
Read more about the entire art project the sculpture is part of here