Siv Hofsvang

Siv Hofsvang serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Art, Design and Drama at the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, Oslo Metropolitan University. Her research is anchored in the Creative practice research group focusing on (trans)forming space, place and the environment, and the Education and Society group. She actively contributes to cultural projects including the EU-funded CraftHub initiative and OMFORM exhibitions.

Her primary research interests include Theatre, Drama, Craft Studies, Art Education, and Cultural Studies, with specific attention to Sami indigenous art and its integration into educational curricula. Hofsvang investigates how encounters with art, particularly from Sami backgrounds, can strengthen teacher education programs and examines the societal effects and affects of craft.

Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a trend toward collaborative artistic dialogues and curatorial practices, often exploring transformation and cultural identity. Her work spans conference presentations, exhibition curation, and artist talks, demonstrating engagement with both academic and public-facing art contexts.

No scientific awards were mentioned in the available sources.

Hofsvang participates in research teams including the Creative practice group and the Education and Society group, and has contributed to European cultural projects such as CraftHub. Her work bridges academic research with practical artistic and educational applications.