Texts

The texts and articles presented here provide in-depth insights into Kjell Bjørgeengen's art practice, exploring his innovative approaches and the profound impact of his works. Written by a diverse array of scholars, critics, and collaborators, these writings delve into the conceptual frameworks, techniques, and thematic explorations that characterize Bjørgeengen's oeuvre. They examine the interplay between technology and perception in his video art, as well as the philosophical and aesthetic questions his work raises. This collection serves as both a critical reflection on his contributions to contemporary art and a resource for understanding the broader context of his creative endeavors. Through these texts, readers are invited to engage with the multifaceted nature of Bjørgeengen's artistic journey and the enduring significance of his work in the field of visual arts.

Skjermenes stillhet minner om både skjønnhet og død

av Kjetil Røed


The Determination of Concrete and Abstract Labour

by Kjell Bjørgeengen
Translated by Filip Niklas, PhD.
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Til bestemmelsen av det konkrete og abstrakte arbeid

av Kjell Bjørgeengen
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Catalogue essay VIDEO ROAD

by Peer Bode, Pori Art Museum, Pori 1990


LIKE A WAVE - NAMES WRIT IN WATER - WAVE

by Asmund Thorkildsen, Kunstneres Hus, Oslo 1997


TRUE BLANKING

by Peer Bode, Ludwig Forum fÜr Internationale Kunst, Aachen 1998


GALILEO'S MESSENGER | ART, SCIENCE AND COMMODITY

Article by Jørgen Sandemose
Also available as Norwegian translation