Ragnheiður Guðmundsdóttir
Visual artist
Ragnheiður Guðmundsdóttir’s artistry is deeply intertwined with themes of self-healing and societal healing, viewing society as a fabric woven from individual souls. Her work probes the essential questions of human existence, blending her passion for health and spirituality into a unique artistic expression. Utilizing materials like textiles, glue, and torn gauze, Ragnheiður’s creations symbolize life’s wounds and scars, expressing sorrow, pain, and the triumph of overcoming these challenges. In her process, she incorporates mantras chanted during creation, adding a layer of spiritual healing to her work. These texts, initially visible, are later submerged beneath the material’s surface, only to be unearthed again like an archaeologist revealing our deepest yearnings. Her portraits not only depict people’s physical features but also their emotional scars and joys, mending and patching with fabric, paper, wax, and embroidery to draw forth light from within. Ragnheiður’s approach makes each piece a representation of healing, touching on both our spiritual essence and our physical imperfections.
Ragnheiður Guðmundsdóttir Art
Ragnheiður Guðmundsdóttir Curriculum Vitae
Education and courses
2019-20 Art Education, The, Iceland University of the Arts, Diploma.
2017-19 Iceland University of the Arts, MA in Fine Art.
2008-11 The School of Natural Medicine, Iceland.
2000 Iceland University of the Arts, Textile, BA
1994 -96 The School of Art in Reykjavík, drawing classes
Exhibitions
2023 “Barok”, Himinbjorg Art Space, Hellissandur.
2019 “Soft landing”, The Living Art Museum, The Marshallhouse, Reykjavík
2018 “At present”, Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum, Reykjavík.
2018 “Fresh Winds”, The International Art Biennale, Garður.
2017 Verksmidjan, The Herring Factory, Hjalteyri,
2016 ” 15th International Triennal of Tapestry” , Central Museum of Texties in Lodz, Poland
2015 ” 30 months in Anarkia” Anarkia Art Gallery
2014 ” Meinvill in Anarkia” Anarkia Art Gallery
2013 ” December” Anarkia Art Gallery
2012 The Icelandic Textile Guild, Korpúlfsstaðir – SIM residency exhibit hall, Reykjavík
2011 The Icelandic Textile Guild, Ketilshúsið – center for Visual Arts, Akureyri
2010 Midsummer Day, outdoor exhibition with Gróska, Gardabaer
2010 Childhood, with Gróska , Gardabaer Square
2009 Transection, Gerðasafn – Municipial Museum, Kópavogur,
2009 Artists in Korpúlfsstaðir – SIM residency exhibit hall, Reykjavík
2008 Parts from Present Time, Gallery Iða, Reykjavík,
2004 Nordic Cool: Hot Women Designers, National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington DC, USA
2004 Transforme, Icelandic Design, VIA Gallery, Paris, France,
2003 Handverk og Hönnun – The Icelandic Crafts & Design,The Nordic house, Reykjavík,
2003 Bags, Handverk og HönnunThe Icelandic Crafts & Design, Reykjavík,
2001 Lights, Handverk og Hönnun The Icelandic Crafts & Design, Reykjavík,
2001 Shawls, Handverk og Hönnun The Icelandic Crafts & Design, Reykjavík, Design for Christmas
2000 Handverk og Hönnun -The Icelandic Crafts & Design, Reykjavík,
2000 Art & Design from Nature, Handverk og hönnun -The Icelandic Crafts & Design, Reykjavík,
2000 Expo, clothes design in Germany,
2000 Absolut Vodka, clothes design, Reykjavík
2000 Futurice, clothes design, The Blue Lagoon,
2000 Window in a Bank, Reykjavík,
2000 Teymi hf, Reykjavík,
2000 Opening show, HANDVERK OG HÖNNUN, Reykjavík,
Private Exhibitions
2020 “Twelve Years” (2008-2020), Gallerí Göng, Reykjavík.
2019 “The Perceiving Body”, Kubburinn, Reykjavík.
2018 “Fusion of Organic Chain”, Hulduland, Reykjavík.
2015 “Tissues”, Anarkía Art Gallery
2014 “Touch”, Mokka-Café, Reykjavík
2014 “Rebirth of the Heart”, Grafík art gallery, Reykjavík
2013 “Do I love myself anyway? Ketilshúsið – center for Visual Arts, Akureyri
2013 “Do I love myself anyway? Anarkia art gallery, Reykjavík
Recognitions
2016 Chosen to participate for Iceland in the 15th International Triennal of Tapestry, Central Museum of Textiles in Lodz, Poland.
2000 Chosen of the Reykjavík City of Culture and Eskimo Models of the year to participate in the Fashion Show Futurice.
Grants
2016 The Artists´Salaries, one month for travel
2001 Grant from the innovation company Rannís for development in textile fabrics.
Memberships
2013-16 Member in Anarkia , Kópavogur, Artist Run Gallery
2010-16 board of Kraum, Design Company, Reykjavík
2005-07 and 2017-20 board of The Icelandic Textile Guild in
2000 Member in the Association of Icelandic Visual Artists
2000 Member in The Icelandic Textile Guild
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