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BIO.
Adam den Haene
"Photography & Conceptual Art in Motion, a Visionary Voice in Contemporary Multimedia Practice"
-Belini Museo, Florence, Italy
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🧭 Introduction
Adam den Haene is a multidisciplinary artist and creative producer based in Oslo, Norway. His work spans photography, video, sculpture, installation, and documentary film, unified by a singular philosophy:
“Pure concepts are king.”
He believes art should inspire dreams, appreciate beauty, and raise awareness — not merely demonstrate technical mastery.
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🌱 Artistic Evolution
Early Work: Photography & Symbolism
• Began with fashion and advertising photography, quickly moving into conceptual portraiture.
• Explored identity, sexuality, and freedom using familiar visual symbols reimagined in layered, poetic compositions.
Mid-Career: Installation & Sound
• 32 Pianos – Berlin marked a shift toward immersive sculpture and sound installations.
• Exhibited in Berlin and Oslo, reflecting a growing interest in collective memory and cultural resonance.
Recent Work: Documentary & Cultural Commentary
• Directed Wildflowers, a documentary spotlighting Eastern European avant-garde artists navigating post-communist capitalism.
• Praised for intimate storytelling and socio-political depth, expanding his reach into cinematic activism.
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🔍 Themes & Philosophy
Adam’s work consistently engages with:
• Human Rights & Civil Liberties
• Faith, Sexuality & Identity
• Post-Communist Cultural Shifts
• Freedom as a Visual Language
His pieces are conceptually dense, inviting viewers to unpack symbolism and context. This intellectual rigor has earned him respect among curators and collectors seeking meaning-driven art.
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🖼️ Artistic Style & Mediums
Photography- Conceptual portraiture, light boxes, canvas
Video- Documentary, experimental shorts
Installations- Sculpture, symbolic objects, textures, projections, sound
Text & Language- Poetic overlays, cultural commentary
Adam adapts his medium to suit the concept — whether through canvas, screen, sound or space — making his work fluid, responsive, and deeply intentional.
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💬 Critical Reception
While some critics note the intellectual density of his work, this is precisely what draws serious collectors and institutions. His art is not passive — it challenges, engages, and evolves, offering viewers a transformative experience.
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🌍 Why Collect Adam den Haene?
• Conceptual Integrity: Every piece is rooted in a clear, powerful idea.
• Multimedia Versatility: His work spans formats, making it adaptable to diverse collections.
• Cultural Relevance: Tackles pressing global themes with nuance and empathy.
• Proven Recognition: Award-winning, internationally exhibited, and critically acclaimed.
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📎 Adam den Haene is currently open to:
• Gallery Representations
• Private Commissions
• Collaborative Installations
• Film and Exhibition partnerships
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ABOUT
🏆 RECOGNITION & EXHIBITIONS
2002- ‘Knife’ (Group) Photography, Rebel Minds Gallery, Berlin, Germany
2003- ‘Puppets’ (Group) Photography, Rebel Minds Gallery, Berlin, Germany
2004- ‘32 Pianos’ (Solo) Sculpture & Music Installation, Berlin, Germany
2005- ‘Puppets’ (Group) Photography, 'ARCO 05', Rebel Minds Gallery, Madrid, Spain
2006- ‘Smoker’ (Group) Photography, Galerie Heny, Nice, France
2006- ’Smoker’ (Group) Photography, Curated by Princess Stephanie of Monaco, ‘Fight Aids Monaco’ l'Hôtel Méridien, Monaco
2007- ‘Myka 03’, (Group) The Winners Gallery, Photo Plus Expo, New York, NY, USA
2007- ‘Myka 03’ (Group) Photography, Year-long Promotional Showcase, APA National
Silver to Pixels, New York, NY, USA
2008- ‘Angels of Mercy´ (Group) Photography, Black Book RAW 50, New York, NY, USA
2009- ‘Portraits at the Demian House’ (Group) Photography, Gallery 1839 London, London, United Kingdom
2009- ‘Portraits at the Demian House’ (Group) Photography, London Photographic Association, London, United Kingdom
2009- ‘Amazonians’ Photography, Florence Biennale Internazionale Dell’Arte Contemporanea, Florence, Italy
2010- ‘Architecture’ & ‘Sensations’ (Group), Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2010- ‘Untitled Portrait’ New York Photo Festival, New York, NY USA
2010- 'Amazonians' (Group) Hope for a Healthy World, On-Line exhibition
2010- 'Amazonians' (Group) HumanKind A Juried Invitational, New York Photo Festival
2011- ‘Untitled Nude’ (Group) Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2011- ‘Untitled’ Photography, Florence Biennale Internazionale Dell’Arte Contemporanea, Florence, Italy
2011- ‘Hat Decor & Eye Candy’ (Group) Norwegian Fashion Design, Oslo City Hall Gallery, ‘Hodepryd go Øyenslyst’, Rådhusgalleriet, Rådhuset, Norway
2012- ‘Nude Descending Stairs’( Group), Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2012- ‘Un-Touchable’ (Group), Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2012- ‘Un-Touchable’ Charity Auction at M.H. Interior, Oslo, Norway
2013- ‘Scull’ (Group), Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2013- ‘Untitled’ (Group), Gallery-A, Oslo, Norway
2013- ‘XiFiX sessions’ Photography, Florence Biennale Internazionale Dell’ Arte Contemporanea, Florence, Italy
2013- ‘XiFiX sessions’ (Solo Exhibition) Bellini Museo, Florence, Italy
2014- ‘XiFiX sessions’ Presentation evening at The Belgium Embassy, Oslo, Norway
2014- ‘XiFiX sessions: before, during, after’ (Solo exhibition) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2014- ‘A-Team, Summer Selections’ (Group Exhibition) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2014- ‘MARITA FOUNDATION’ (Group Exhibition) G-12 Gallery, Oslo, Norway
2014- ‘Cow Girl’ A-Team Winter Selections (Group Exhibition) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2015- ‘PoP’ A-Team, Summer Selections (Group Exhibition) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2015- ‘Sensations’ Eldorado Bookstore, Blindeforbundet, Oslo, Norway
2015- ‘Angels of Mercy’ A-Team Winter Selections, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2016- ‘Lush’ A-Team Summer Exhibition, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2016- ‘Hat Couture’ A-Team Winter Selections, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2017- ‘Untitled’ A-Team Summer Selections, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2018- ‘Untitled’ A-Team Winter Selections, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2018- ‘Untitled’ A-Team Summer Selections, (Group) Galleri-A, Oslo, Norway
2018- ´Native´ (Solo) Massa Pasta, Oslo, Norway
2019- (Group) Art Bar, Oslo, Norway
2019- ´Wet´(Solo) Kongen Marina, Oslo, Norway
2020-2023- Contributor, Art Bar, Oslo, Norway
2023- ´THERE IS MORE´ (Group) Galleri Groten, Oslo, Norway
2023- ´THERE IS MORE´ Art Bar, Oslo, Norway
2024- ´PUSHWAGNER´ Art Bar, Oslo, Norway
2024- ´POST ROCK´ ECR, Oslo, Norway
2024- ´JUL MIX´ Kunst Smia Sagene, Oslo, Norway
2025- ´DAVID LYNCH´ #1 & #2, ECR, Oslo, Norway
AWARENESS
Norges Blindeforbund- iCare 3-D Foto/Sound Installation ´SENSES´ at Eldorado Bokhandlel
H&M - Kissing for a Cause, Fashion Against AIDS
Human Kind - A Juried Invitational Exhibition
Awareness Project for Women & Children of the Middle East
Marita Foundation/Marita Stiftelsen - Rebuilding Lives
Salem Kirken Awareness Concert/Exhibition with Morten Harket
Foundation for Victims of Violence/Landsforening for Voldsoffere
Fashion for Women's Awareness - ´Lingerie´ NYC Public Library, New York
Amazonian Rainforest Foundation
AWARDS
1997- Eugene O'Neill Prize - Poetry/Creative Writing, New London, CT. USA
2007- 1st Place Award -Portraiture, Advertising Photographers of America, National Silver to Pixels, Los Angeles, CA. USA
2008- RAW 50 Winner, Black Book, New York, NY. USA
2013- Best Artist Installation, International Medici Award Lorenzo il Magnifico, The Florence Biennale, Italy
2014- Nights of Malta Award for Artistic Achievement, Republic of Malta
2015- The Universal Artist, Leonardo DaVinci Award for Artistic Achievement, Florence, Italy
VISIT
Art Bar, Oslo - Norway
Galleri-A, Oslo - Norway
Bellini Museo - Florence, Italy
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