Mike Sperlinger

Mike Sperlinger is a British writer, curator, and Professor of Writing and Theory at the Academy of Fine Arts in Oslo. He currently holds a leave of absence from his role. With a background in literature and philosophy, his academic career spans teaching at institutions like Goldsmiths and the Piet Zwart Institute. Sperlinger co-founded LUX, a London-based organization focused on artists' moving image archives, and is now establishing PRISMS, a Norwegian organization for alternative film cultures.

• BA in English Literature, University of Sussex
• MA in Aesthetics & Art Theory, Middlesex University
• Helena Rubinstein Curatorial Fellow, Whitney Independent Study Program (2006-07)

His research centers on the intersection of art and film, experimental cinema, and the role of writing in visual art practices. He has worked extensively with artists like Ian White, Marianne Wex, and Ed Atkins, exploring how writing becomes integral to contemporary art processes through collaborative projects and curatorial frameworks.

In 2023, his academic output focused on curatorial dialogues, film theory, and conceptual art practices addressing decolonial narratives, archival ethics, and interdisciplinary methodologies. Key collaborations involved artists Marte Aas and Basel Abbas/Ruanne Abou-Rahme, while his writing examined works by Trinh T. Minh-ha and Linda Linda's 'O Superman'.

Sperlinger offers tutorials and seminars emphasizing accessible engagement with challenging texts, prioritizing artist-driven approaches over theoretical mastery. He advocates for multilingual academic environments where students can question unfamiliar concepts without penalty.