Jenny Nordberg, born in 1978, is a Swedish artist and designer based in Malmö who works in a cross-disciplinary field between art, craft, and industrial design. Her work is often characterized by its investigation into production processes, materials, and the role of the designer in a consumer-driven society. She is a trained industrial designer from Lund University's School of Industrial Design and also studied at the Royal College of Art in London.
"Mirror", clubbed for 2 259 GBP at Stockholms Auktionsverk.
Experimental Processes and Material Innovation
Nordberg is known for her projects that challenge conventional manufacturing methods and explore the potential of low-tech, slow-paced production. A notable example is her "3-to-5-minutes of fame" project, where she created a series of unique glass objects by pouring hot glass into a simple mold and letting it cool on its own. This project deliberately rejects high-volume industrial production in favor of a process that results in one-of-a-kind, slightly imperfect pieces. She often works with materials like glass, plastic, and metal, using processes that highlight their inherent properties and the "beauty in imperfection".
Mirror, "3 to 5 seconds".
Her practice is deeply rooted in a conceptual approach, where the process and the idea behind the object are often as important as the final product. She explores themes such as sustainability, mass production's impact on craftsmanship, and the value of time. Nordberg’s work has been exhibited internationally, including at design fairs and museums, and has garnered attention for its unique blend of artistic expression and social commentary.