Odd Nerdrum
Odd Nerdrum is a Norwegian painter known for his classical figurative style, which stands in stark contrast to contemporary art trends. With a career spanning several decades, he has gained both acclaim and criticism for his commitment to traditional techniques and themes reminiscent of masters like Rembrandt and Caravaggio. Despite his stature in the art world, Nerdrum rejects the label of 'artist,' reserving it for those he considers part of the modernist movement. Now in his 80s, he lives a reclusive life on a coastal farm in Norway with his family and art students, embodying a unique blend of eccentricity and artistic devotion.
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Recent news mentions
Sverre Bjertnæs moved to Oslo to become a student of Odd Nerdrum.
Bokanmeldelse Sverre Bjertnæs «Morsdager»
Norway· 2026-01-25
Bøhn makes a genuine attempt to justify why he is so enthusiastic about Nerdrum's paintings.
Anmeldelse av Einar Duenger Bøhn sin bok Nerdrum som oppdragerNorway· 2025-10-15
Odd Nerdrum is known for creating a museum in Stavern, which has attracted many visitors.
Hva kan en se i Stavern? Her får du en guide.Norway· 2025-05-01
Odd Nerdrum was a classmate of Sonja Krohn at the Kunstakademiet in the early 1970s.
– Det gjelder å holde utNorway· 2025-04-25
Odd Nerdrum is a world-renowned and ridiculed classical figurative artist who opposes contemporary art.
Greta Schüldt: Familjen Nerdrum är ganska förebildlig
Sweden· 2025-03-30
