Andreas Smaaland (1972, Norway) is a newcomer to the world of photography. Starting out on his photographic journey in 2008, he was already acclaimed just two years later at a local Oslo exhibition for debutant photographers, capturing the attention of the jury with his mainly black and white un-enhanced portrayal of life on the streets. Graduated from the OFKS (Oslo Fotokunstskole) in 2011, the same year he also became Interfoto’s debut exhibitor. Remarkably, Andreas, so early in his newfound profession, has the ability of describing life and its restless unpredictability, as brilliantly as he does.
Andreas’ day begins with no set plan, letting his feet and head guide him through his daily ramblings. He revels in taking photos of friends, family and strangers and finds the goals and rewards so intimately interwoven with his work, that every day is a high! As a man with a slightly nervous disposition, he copes with our loud and noisy world, through the comforting companionship of lens and camera.
FESTIVAL
Nordic Light
April 23 – 27, 2013
Exhibitions until May 5, 2013
Kristiansund
Norway
