Ane Lykke lives and works in Copenhagen
“I seek to give viewers a subtle exploration into light and space. To be present – to see and feel seen, and to become aware that the experience of my light-works is kaleidoscopic – it corresponds to the place in which one is viewing.” The body of work of artist Ane Lykke reflects a deep appreciation and exploration into the qualities of fleeting moments unfolding in our surroundings. Reinterpreting these snapshots in time, Lykke translates her experiences into sensorially rich spaces and objects that explore the transformative qualities of light and material alongside movement, inviting individuals to explore her work through interaction and their own perception of space and light. A central element of Lykke’s practice revolves around the relational experience between object and viewer, fostering an intimate and continuously evolving dialogue. She continually refines her forms, calibrating their resonance with both space and light until the two elements unite. Lykke focus on two contrasting media—physical materials such as wood, metal, glass, and fibre alongside the ethereal qualities of light—results in works imbued with inherent duality. The processing and layering of the material create a strong physical presence, while the light adds a dynamic and ephemeral quality. Together they allow her objects to interpret the relationship between the tangible and intangible, expressed through immersive works that are constantly shifting and moving in union with their audience. Ane Lykke’s works foster a lasting dialogue with both the viewer and the physical environments in which they reside.
Ane Lykke has received numerous awards, honours, and grants, including the Inga and Ejvind Kold Christensen Honorary Award, the Danish Arts Foundation’s three-year working grant, and the Danish Lighting Award. Her public commissions include works for the National Hospital Copenhagen, the Centre for Cancer and Health Copenhagen, and Musicon Roskilde. Ane Lykke is also represented in both national and international collections such as the New Carlsberg Foundation, the Design Museum Denmark, the Danish Arts Foundation, and the Augustinus Foundation.