Marianne Hultman (b. 1970) is a highly accomplished professional in the contemporary art world, with a strong background in curatorial leadership and institutional management.
Over the past three years, Hultman served as Director of the North Norwegian Art Centre and the Lofoten International Art Festival. Prior to that, she was Artistic Director of Oslo Kunstforening for 15 years, following her role as Curator of Temporary Exhibitions at Norrköping Art Museum in Sweden.
With an academic foundation in art history, mediation, and curatorial studies, Hultman has spent more than two decades promoting and curating contemporary art. Her extensive experience spans local, national, and international projects, reflecting a deep commitment to fostering artistic exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration across borders and contexts.
In addition to her curatorial work, Hultman has been actively engaged in cultural policy and advocacy. Her efforts to establish Norwegian, Nordic, and European networks for contemporary art centres underscore her dedication to strengthening the role of small and medium-sized institutions within the broader cultural landscape.
Hultman’s career reflects a holistic approach to the arts—combining curatorial excellence with strategic leadership and a strong belief in the societal relevance of contemporary art. Her work continues to support artists and institutions alike, contributing to a more connected and vibrant international art scene.
Over the past three years, Hultman served as Director of the North Norwegian Art Centre and the Lofoten International Art Festival. Prior to that, she was Artistic Director of Oslo Kunstforening for 15 years, following her role as Curator of Temporary Exhibitions at Norrköping Art Museum in Sweden.
With an academic foundation in art history, mediation, and curatorial studies, Hultman has spent more than two decades promoting and curating contemporary art. Her extensive experience spans local, national, and international projects, reflecting a deep commitment to fostering artistic exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration across borders and contexts.
In addition to her curatorial work, Hultman has been actively engaged in cultural policy and advocacy. Her efforts to establish Norwegian, Nordic, and European networks for contemporary art centres underscore her dedication to strengthening the role of small and medium-sized institutions within the broader cultural landscape.
Hultman’s career reflects a holistic approach to the arts—combining curatorial excellence with strategic leadership and a strong belief in the societal relevance of contemporary art. Her work continues to support artists and institutions alike, contributing to a more connected and vibrant international art scene.
With more than 20 years of experience in the art world, I bring a multidisciplinary background in art history, museum education, and curatorial studies, alongside extensive leadership experience. I have initiated, curated, and produced exhibitions and collaborative projects of varying scales—locally, nationally, and internationally—each shaped by a commitment to dialogue and discovery.
In addition to curating, I contribute to the field through writing and editorial work. I’ve served as editor for catalogues, anthologies, and other publications, and have authored both essays and scholarly texts that reflect my interest in the intersections of art, context, and interpretation.