Rasmus Myrup

Rasmus Myrup is a contemporary artist whose work explores the rich interplay between natural and social histories

Biography of Rasmus Myrup

Rasmus Myrup was born in 1991 in Denmark. He holds an MFA (2018) and a BFA (2015) from The Funen Art Academy in Odense, Denmark.

In 2023, Myrup opened his first institutional show in Germany at Kunstverein Göttingen. He also participated in the Göteborg International Biennial for Contemporary Art. Myrup is currently working on his first large-scale public installation, set to open in the summer of 2025. 

Myrup's work has been exhibited in various prestigious venues, including Tranen Space for Contemporary Art in Hellerup, Le Bicolore Maison du Danemark in Paris, Den Frie Udstillingsbygning in Copenhagen, Kunsthal Aarhus in Aarhus, and the National Gallery of Denmark in Copenhagen. His solo shows include "Precoming" at Overgaden in Copenhagen (2023), "Slut (The End)" at Jack Barrett in New York (2022), "Folx" at Galleri Nicolai Wallner in Copenhagen (2021), "Re-member me" at Jack Barrett in New York (2019), and many more. 

His pieces are part of the permanent collections at the ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art in Ishøj, Brandts in Odense, and the National Gallery of Denmark.

Currently, Rasmus Myrup lives and works in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Rasmus Myrup's Art Style

Drawing from our natural and social histories, Rasmus Myrup's diverse practice weaves together parallel narratives of the past and present. His work explores the dynamics of love, sex, family, relationships, and power, encompassing realms of flora, fauna, and humanity. His work often incorporates elements from the Stone Age, Nordic folklore, and modern culture, creating a subversively familiar world that invites viewers to reconsider their own histories and relationships.

Myrup's technical prowess is evident in his use of both archaic practices and futuristic techniques. He employs methods such as silver point drawings and eelgrass thatching to create works that feel uniquely contemporary. This blend of traditional and modern techniques allows Myrup to craft pieces that are both rooted in history and strikingly relevant to the present day.