The organization

Bente Jensen

Art historian Bente Jensen, former artistic director of KUNSTPAKHUSET in Ikast (2007-2022). Currently working as a freelancer (curator, consultant, and writer).

“In my professional career, I have always worked with curating and communicating art in various contexts. Contemporary art, in particular, is close to my heart. New artistic practices and perspectives on art and art appreciation strongly appeal to my professional curiosity.

I have gladly accepted the task of being (co)curator for Brande Biennale 2023. I have previously followed and written about the international workshops in RemisenBrande and Gludsted.

The idea of revitalizing and rethinking an international workshop in Brande is exciting – and perhaps much-needed. It will be interesting to follow the first edition of Biennale 2023 and see what new art forms and engaging initiatives the concept brings forth.”

Zanda Jankovska

Zanda Jankovska is the Artistic Director and Curator at KUNSTPAKHUSET in Ikast.

She holds a Master’s degree in Art History from the Latvian Academy of Arts with a specialization in performance.

She also holds a Master’s degree in Cultural Sociology from the University of Southern Denmark with a specialization in social art.

In the art scene, she has experience as a curator and researcher and has worked as a reviewer for several international magazines and journals.

Sally Dalgaard

Sally Dalgaard Sally Dalgaard is 26 years old (born in 1997) and has just graduated from the Jutland Art Academy (2018-2023).

“During my time at the academy, I have increasingly focused on the collective, organizational, and practical aspects of art production. Among other things, I have been running the exhibition space Storage in a broom closet in my apartment since 2019.

Currently, I am working on a sequel to the film ‘The Swap: The Movie,’ in which a white plastic horse from Poland ends up in Skovsnogen in Herning.”

I am delighted to be offered the task as co-curator of the Brande Biennale; I look forward to assembling a team of artists who will have the opportunity to challenge their own practices in a new context.

Jette Nielsen

Jette Nielsen works professionally as an independent communications consultant and event developer.

I have a background in the private business sector, with experience in communication, marketing, sales and business development in large Danish and international companies. Additionally, I served as Head of Tourism in Ikast-Brande from 2011 and until it was discontinued in 2019.

Over the years, I have organized a number of large events and VIP special events. I have, for instance, led the communication and marketing efforts for the International Street Art Festival in Brande from its inception in 2015 up to the present.

Therefore, I have a special interest in and insight into Brande’s history and potential as an art and tourism magnet.

E-mail: jn@bcd.dk

Ilse Christensen

I am part of the steering committee for Brande Biennale 2023, and it’s incredibly exciting to be involved in bringing art to life in the Art City of Brande.

I have worked as a librarian for over 40 years and have now retired. I am a member of the Brande City, Sports, Culture, and Tourism Committee, which is behind this Biennale. I am actively involved in several boards and projects:

Dok Arends – Brande Integration and Culture House
Brande Art School
Brande.dk – Brande City’s website
Brande City Guides
Kenya Bookbox – a school library project in Kenya
Website: www.kenyabookbox.org