Sverre Bjertnæs (b. 1976, Trondheim) has a degree from the Art Academy in Oslo (1999) and the Duch Art Institute in the Netherlands (2004). Bjertnæs has been apprentice to some of Norway's most famous figurative artists, such as Tore Bjørn Skjølsvik (1989-93) and Odd Nerdrum (1993-94). His early work is characterized by an attraction towards dark tones and still-life, portraits and model studies. During his time at the academy, Bjertnæs explored a more photorealistic painting method with more subdued colours with Villiam Hammershøi as an obvious source of inspiration. His recent work reflects an exploration of the creative process's dialogue-based starting point, based on greater collaboration with other artists, directors, actors and writers. Through the use of literary and art historical references, Bjertnæs creates a distinctive artistic expression, which has made him one of Norway's most sought-after artists.
Untitled
2019
Oil on canvas
Du finnes (solo),
Galleri Brandstrup
2021
Ikke alt som har vært, skal være med videre (solo),
Haugar Kunstmuseum
2019
Hvilende hode (solo),
Galleri Brandstrup
2019
Mixed Media, Mixed Artists (group),
BGE Contemporary
2018
NOE MAA GAA I STYKKER (solo),
RodBianco
2018
Den borgerlige byrde (duo),
Galleri Brandstrup
2018
Det kollektive minnet / Minner om oss (solo),
Galleri Brandstrup
2016
Skillingsviser (group),
QB Gallery
2016
NÅ.INGENTING.TO,
Galleri Brandstrup
2015
Avtrykk (duo),
QB Gallery
2015
Cold Reading (solo),
Galleri K
2014
Climate Confusian Assistance (duo),
Galleri K
2012
Laying the ghost (duo),
RodBianco
2012
Sentiments (solo),
Galleri K
2010
Nachspiel / Vorspiel (group),
Vestfossen Kunstlaboratorium
2009
Tradisjon og fornyelse (group),
Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum
2006
Implosion (solo),
Galleri K
2006