Heiðrik á Heygum (1983) Educated from the Danish independent film school Super16 in 2014 and the Academy of Visual Art of Iceland in 2017.
Heiðrik is celebrated as a true renaissance figure, seamlessly merging film, art, and music into his creations, often intertwining all three disciplines. With an extensive background in these domains, he has also exhibited his art across various international locations.
Heiðrik á Heygum is a respected artist and filmmaker from the Faroe Islands. He has directed acclaimed films and music videos for prominent Nordic musicians such as Brimheim, Eivør, Pernille Rosendahl, Janus Rasmussen, ORKA, and Marius Ziska.
Heiðrik's artistic wellspring is a fusion of mythology, fairy tale, legend, and surrealism intertwined with existential ponderings. His upbringing in the Faroe Islands, marked by a conservative and religious society, significantly influenced his early years. This upbringing spurred within him a yearning for escapism, driving his creative expressions.
He divides his artistic realm into two distinct domains: one realm delves into the surreal and fantastical, while the other introspectively examines gender roles, sexuality, and the journey to adulthood. However, one prevailing theme courses through both worlds: a palpable sense of melancholy. Whether it's whimsical or realistic, a shared current of isolation and solitude resonates through his work.
