Since the mid-1990s Annette and Caroline Kierulf have practiced what they themselves call
"woodcut as cultural critique". Drawing on the medium's rich history as a means of
communication and protest the Norwegian artists strive to revive woodcut as a discursive tool.
With subtle humor the sisters use the visual reductiveness of the low-tech medium to
critically reflect on the social economic and cultural changes shaping our high-tech
societies. Incorporating references to pop culture and folk art Caroline Kierulf's work
explores the often overlooked aspects of everyday life Annette Kierulf focuses on a feminist
reinterpretation of the landscape genre. The publication provides insights into the artists'
production and working methods as well as their longstanding collaboration. Oslo-born
sisters ANNETTE KIERULF (*1964) and CAROLINE KIERULF (*1968) have played a major role the
revitalizing of graphic art in Norway. Both studied at the Academy of Art and Design in Bergen
where they also work today. As independent artists they develop their works in an artistic
dialog and have for many years collaborated on exhibitions in Norway and beyond.
