Fugleperspektivet
The exhibition Fugleperspektivet (Bird's eye view) consists of several new series artworks by Jan Freuchen's (1979). Freuchens practice includes a wide array of different media and forms of expressions, where motives are explored through cut-ups and reconfigurations.
Although his work is rooted in the conceptual tradition, the aesthetic and manual aspects are the driving forces in his diverse production. Freuchens works can appear urgent and poignant, addressing ecological and existsial issues – while at the same time retaining a comical and whimsical quality. Freuchen's works can easily be described as an intellectual and visual wonder at humanity in all its complexity.
The title suggests that he uses a method that is an attempt at analytical distance, knowing that this is an illusion. Like an explorer or social anthropologist, he observes, makes his notes and thoughts, before the discoveries and findings manifest in an exhibition, such as this one.
On display in the exhibition are new ink drawings, textile collages and paintings, as well as the installation Plutos Hule, which is a collaborative project conceived together with Jonas H. Major and Sigurd Tenningen.
About the artist
Jan Freuchen (b. 1979) is a Norwegian artist based in Kristiansand, Norway. He works in painting, collage, sculpture and installation. He does curatorial and collaborative projects as well, and is the founder of Lord Jim Publishing.
Freuchen has a degree from Bergen National Academy of the Arts and Staatliche Hochschule für Bildende Künste, Frankfurt. Freuchen has done several solo exhibitions, group shows, and public commissions. He is represented in museums, public and private collections.
Additional information
Upon sale, an additional 5% art fee will be added to the price. This goes to Bildende Kunstneres Hjelpefond, supporting Norwegian artists.