Exploring Earth and Transformation in the SÍM Gallery Exhibition in Reykjavík
Visitors stepping into the SÍM Gallery on Tryggvagata can experience a collaborative exhibition titled Jörð (Earth) by artists Hansína Jensdóttir and Þóra Sigurþórsdóttir. Curated as a multi-voiced dialogue on materiality, craftsmanship, and the transformation of raw elements, the showcase centres on what grows from the soil and takes on new forms.
Discovering Contemporary Ceramics and Copper Sculptures at SÍM Gallery
The exhibition brings together two distinct artistic practices that both rely heavily on heat and metamorphosis. Þóra Sigurþórsdóttir works with ceramics, incorporating techniques that explore cracked earth, stones, and graphic elements, utilizing materials like clay alongside animal horn and horsehair. Hansína Jensdóttir, a goldsmith and sculptor, turns her focus toward roots and metalworking, utilizing copper, iron, and silicone to shape works that reference the human body and architectural elements like Greek columns.
Together, their creations fill the space with physical presence—from dissolving clay vessels and tall candleholders to hanging roots that evoke a deep connection to the earth. The artworks function as living ideas that invite visitors to reflect on material culture and interpretation. Further details on the artists' ongoing projects can be found via the SÍM website source.
To discover more contemporary art spaces and upcoming exhibitions across the city, explore the what's on exhibitions guide on Musemap (musemap.art), or browse the complete museums list to plan your next cultural visit.
