Experience the Georg Óskar Contemporary Art Exhibition at Listval Gallery

This solo exhibition by Georg Óskar explores the psychological state between sleep and wakefulness, where the boundaries of internal and external reality blur. Through layered brushstrokes and dreamlike imagery, the artist records personal states of consciousness using figures, faces, and floral motifs.

The exhibition, titled 'Paintings for People Who Sleep Poorly', delves into the fragile, unsteady state of mind that exists between sleep and waking. Georg Óskar utilizes a series of unconscious, almost uncontrollable brushstrokes to mirror these shifting thoughts, where time feels unstable and the distinction between internal and external realities dissolves. The faces, figures, and flowers depicted serve as a record of the artist's inner state rather than literal portraits of the outside world. Contrasting with the raw, chaotic texture of the surfaces, the subjects themselves often carry a comical, dream-like quality. This sense of playfulness, a hallmark of Georg Óskar's work, provides a counterpoint to the intensity of the painting process and the many layers of oil paint. The exhibition serves as a reflective exploration of personal experience, translated into a vivid, material form that invites viewers to engage with the artist's unique perspective on everyday life.

The exhibition opens on Saturday, June 13, from 15:00 to 17:00 at Listval Gallery, Hólmaslóð 6. Visitors are invited to experience the show during standard gallery hours until July 4, 2026.