Summer Art Exhibitions Unveiled at Stockholm Subway Stations
Summer art exhibitions have opened at Stockholm's Odenplan and Skanstull subway stations, featuring unique works by various artists.
Key Points
- • Summer art exhibitions opened at Odenplan and Skanstull subway stations in Stockholm.
- • Johan Thurfjell's video work reflects a historical Japanese perspective at Skanstull.
- • Soni Sagan's installation at Odenplan explores societal themes through sculptures.
- • The exhibitions will run until September 30, 2025.
The highly anticipated summer art exhibitions at Stockholm's subway stations have officially opened, showcasing innovative works at Odenplan and Skanstull. Running until September 30, 2025, these displays are part of a larger initiative featuring temporary exhibitions across seven subway stations.
At Skanstull, artist Johan Thurfjell's video piece, "The Hour of Meeting Evil Spirits," offers a unique perspective through digitally processed Japanese woodblock prints from the 1800s. This work draws viewers into a slow, immersive animation that reflects on the ephemeral beauty of a Swedish summer night, traversing landscapes from the ocean to misty forests and abandoned urban areas.
Contrastingly, Odenplan features Soni Sagan's installation "ABC-Staden," which presents three sculptures that resonate with the ideals of the Miljonprogrammet—Work, Housing, and Center. Through her installation, Sagan invites spectators to ponder social change and the complex narratives of contemporary society beyond the mere aesthetics of the sculptures.
Additionally, the exhibitions highlight works from emerging artists recently graduated from art and craft programs across Sweden and the Nordic countries, emphasizing a commitment to showcasing diverse artistic voices during this cultural event.