The artist and the architect

In connection with a forthcoming exhibition at the Oslo-based gallery Peder Lund, Snøhetta’s co-founder Kjetil Trædal Thorsen takes part in an evening dialogue with the American abstract master Terry Winters.

The artist and the architect come together to discuss issues prevalent today, including analog vs. digital; materials and process; diverse systems of creation; intuition and subconscious attitudes; and how art and architecture can interface with ever-changing technologies.

The event is free and open for all. 

Main image: 
Installation view, Terry Winters, New Paintings, Peder Lund, Oslo, Norway, 2024.
© Terry Winters, courtesy the artist and Peder Lund.
Photo: Uli Holz © Peder Lund

Terry Winters (above left) is renowned for his innovative approach to abstract painting, drawing, and printmaking. His work blends organic forms, scientific diagrams, and digital aesthetics, creating a unique visual language that bridges the natural and the technological. Winters's art challenges viewers to explore complex systems and patterns, inviting a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of life and the universe. Winters continues to push the boundaries of abstraction, making him an essential artist for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of modern art. Winters’s work is owned by some of the most important institutions in the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY; Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, CA; Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY; Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, Madrid, Spain; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco, CA; Tate Modern, London, UK; and others.

Kjetil Trædal Thorsen (above right) is a multi-award-winning co-founder of the architectural and design firm Snøhetta. He is a visionary architect who has redefined the boundaries of contemporary design. Under his leadership, Snøhetta has created iconic structures that blend cutting-edge innovation with a deep sensitivity to culture and environment. Thorsen’s work is celebrated for its emphasis on social interaction, sustainability, and creating spaces that inspire and connect people. His groundbreaking approach has made him a leading figure in global architecture, shaping the future of how we experience the built environment.

The forthcoming exhibition Terry Winters: New Paintings will open to the public on September 14th from 12.00 to 16.00.