The Professor.

Nicolas Siepen , the supervisor of the young artists from I Am Hot Forever , answers Utropia’s questions.

Søby (høyre siden) fra Utropia tar intervju med Nicholas Siepen. (Bildet tatt av: Caeyers Rudi Josef Maria.)

1. Satisfied with today`s exhibition Mr. Siepen?

Yes, today`s bachelor exhibition was very good. The whole show is one big exhibition, which was the goal.

2. How do you think the collaboration between Tromsø academy of contemporary art and Tromsø art association is working?

The collaboration is fantastic! The students and I have much freedom. One can feel on the atmosphere that this is a collaborative project.

3. How are your student`s affecting Tromsø as art practitioners?

The art students in Tromsø have better conditions than students in other Norwegian cities. This city is small, so making your mark becomes even more important. Our students have been very initiative to establish an art scene in Tromsø, where places like Kurant are a good example.
Tromsø art association and Kurant is an extension of the academy. The town needs this kind of impact, which is a feedback of living so far north.