Olafur Eliasson

Danish-Icelandic

Born 1967

Lives and works in Berlin, Germany and Copenhagen, Denmark

Olafur Eliasson creates immersive installations and sculptures that explore the intersection of nature, perception, and human experience, often blurring the boundaries between art and science. His large-scale works use light, water, and natural elements, challenging viewers to reconsider their relationship to the environment and the world around them. His studio in Berlin operates as a multidisciplinary laboratory, collaborating with architects, scientists, and designers to create socially engaged art. By blending art and activism, Eliasson continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art, inspiring dialogue on some of the most pressing issues of our time.

Olafur Eliasson

Danish-Icelandic

Born 1967

Lives and works in Berlin, Germany and Copenhagen, Denmark

Olafur Eliasson creates immersive installations and sculptures that explore the intersection of nature, perception, and human experience, often blurring the boundaries between art and science. His large-scale works use light, water, and natural elements, challenging viewers to reconsider their relationship to the environment and the world around them. His studio in Berlin operates as a multidisciplinary laboratory, collaborating with architects, scientists, and designers to create socially engaged art. By blending art and activism, Eliasson continues to push the boundaries of contemporary art, inspiring dialogue on some of the most pressing issues of our time.

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© 2025 Kanbas. Any images or other visual representations of artworks are © their respective Artist or Estate, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.

© 2025 Kanbas. Any images or other visual representations of artworks are © their respective Artist or Estate, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.