Morten Andenaes

Drawing from theories of visual culture, Norwegian photographer Morten Andenaes captures muted and minimal images with the intention of subverting blatant representation through an approach he calls “photographic ambivalence.” Reinterpreting the sentiments of minimalist artists, Andenaes frames formalist photographs in terms of narrative to stimulate the brain intellectually, viscerally, and aesthetically. His empty, yet simultaneously provocative and compositionally appealing, style employs the process of sociological abstraction. This practice aims to evoke the maximum emotional response with minimal subjects in frame.  Andenaes’ photographs fixate on the promotion of the common good of all members of a community, striving to enhancing society through steadfast citizenship and an active contribution to a political dialogue. His photographs directly comment on current political issues within Norway to expose dissatisfaction and the imperative demand for progress.

Andenaes has share his photography at Oslo galleries Melk, Galleri Riis, BOA, and Fotogalleriet. Additionally his work has been published by Teknisk Industri in Skyldfolk, Objektiv Journal for Photographic Arts, and in the Grayscale Catalogue Selection at Fotogalleriet.