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Paper Art by 55 Artists in Sonnerup

Half a hundred artists participate in a new exhibition opening this weekend in Kirke Sonnerup.

KIRKE SONNERUP: There is paper in all its forms, up and down, at the Stalke Gallery in Kirke Sonnerup right now.

Tomorrow, the exhibition On Paper 2010 opens, where 55 artists from Denmark and abroad contribute to raising awareness about paper.

The walls in the large countryside gallery for modern and experimental art are covered with various paper-based works.

"I have selected 55 artists, each working with paper in their own way. I’ve included both young, emerging talents and more established artists. Almost all of them approach paper differently, but art on paper doesn’t have the same status in Denmark as it does in many other countries. With this exhibition, I hope to change that," explains Sam Jedig.

One of the major paper works in the large hall is an explosion of ink spread across a paper canvas.

"It’s created by Søren Dalgaard, the artist known for his dough-head sculptures. Previously, he made an explosion with suicide bombers, and this is a continuation of that theme," says Sam Jedig.

Another series of paper works in the large hall consists of decorated envelope windows, created by 43-year-old artist Flemming Brusgaard from Nykøbing Sjælland. He has made several series using envelope windows, which he started working on during a downturn in 1999.

"I had no job and was tired of all the envelope windows piling up, so I began painting on them and selling them, which allowed me to earn some money," explains the artist.

Another exhibitor at On Paper is 35-year-old Anne Bennike, who has previously exhibited at Stalke Gallery. Her earlier work at the gallery involved a collaboration with American artist William Anthony, well-known in the gallery.

"I enjoy the community around art and don’t feel the need to promote myself. I have worked for ten years as an artist across Europe and Russia before graduating from the Funen Art Academy in 2007," shares Anne Bennike.

On Paper 2010 builds on a previous exhibition of paper art from the year 2000

"But back then, all the exhibitors were younger artists. This time, it’s a mix of young talents and established artists," says Sam Jedig, who adds that half of the participating artists will be present at the opening.

The exhibition's vernissage will be held on Saturday, March 27, from 1 PM to 5 PM at Stalke Gallery, Englerupvej 17.

Rita Vestergaard

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