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Carl-Johan Högberg is the Co-Head of the BA Fine Arts & Critical Practice programme at the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK), a position he has held since October 2022. He teaches critical theory and writing, emphasizing the ethics of interpretation and the role of mediation in artistic practice. Högberg is an artist and translator based in Amsterdam, known for exploring communication across historical and cultural divides.
Education & Background:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts from Gerrit Rietveld Academie
- Participant at De Ateliers (Amsterdam)
- Residencies: IASPIS (Stockholm), Künstlerhaus Bethanien (Berlin), Cité des Arts (Paris), Grazer Kunstverein (Graz)
Research & Collaborations:
Högberg's work interrogates the medium of artistic mediation and the ethical implications of interpretation. He participated in the Design & The Deep Future Research Group (2022-2023), reflecting his engagement with long-term societal and artistic inquiries. His practice spans exhibitions across Europe and Scandinavia, alongside translation work that bridges cultural dialogues.
Awards:
- 2010: Dutch Royal Award for Modern Painting
Teaching & Program Leadership:
As Co-Head of BA Fine Arts, Högberg co-designs curricula that integrate critical theory with artistic practice. His role emphasizes fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary exploration among students.
Publications & Exhibitions:
While specific articles are not listed, his artistic and curatorial work is widely exhibited in Europe, reflecting his research on mediation and ethical interpretation.
