Ólöf Kristín Ólafsdóttir

Ólöf Kristín Ólafsdóttir (b. 1993) is an Icelandic artist based in Oslo, Norway.

Her work explores themes of identity and the intricacies of contemporary society, delving into the complexities of human experience.

Ólöf's primary focus is on androgynous figures, painted in oil, blurring the lines between masculinity and femininity.

Through blending of realistic and surreal elements, Ólöf crafts evocative images that push the boundaries of traditional artistic representation, offering a fresh perspective that challenges our perceptions of reality.

Solo Exhibitions

2021    “Funhouse” solo at Mongrel. Brisbane, Australia

Group Exhibitions

2025    Galleri Duer. Oslo, Norway

2025    “Undergrunnsutstillingen 7” Guttestreker. Oslo, Norway

2025    “Fever Dream of Divine Beauty” The Trophy Room. Los Angeles, USA

2024   “Oh lá lá” Smack Gallery. Lille, France

2024   “Høstensjøutstillingen” Gallery Eterfabrikken. Oslo, Norway

2024   “Eternal elements” Complex 156 Gallery. Zürich, Switzerland

2023  “Onism” Ventspace. Brisbane, Australia

2021   “Digital Formidling” Oslo Metropolitan University, Virtual Gallery OsloMet. Oslo, Norway

2019   “Mid Year Show” Oslo Metropolitan University, Gallery OsloMet. Oslo, Norway

2018   “Junior Show” Oslo Metropolitan University, Gallery OsloMet. Oslo, Norway

Publications

2023      RARA issue #6

Education

2020 Queensland University of Technology Australia, Visual Arts Open Studio, Scenography, Motion Design, Visual Communications

2018     Oslo Metropolitan University, BA in Art, design and dissemination.

2015 Reykjavík School of Visual Arts, Fine art department