Former Sandvang kultursenter

Living culture in Nesodden

" Imagine a place, where creativity and community flourish in harmony. "

Dream with us

Picture a space where art, creativity, and community converge like charm...

With a blend of passionate dedication, such place can flourish as a thriving cultural hub and a center of creative focus. We thought that the best fit for such type place would be Sandvang selskaps-lokaler, but the reality showed differently. We are moving on and still searching as of March '25. Manifesting in Sandvang was an amazing experience, so let's quickly recap what we were up to between august and december 2024.

Movement

Steps toward sustainability

In 2024, we have initiated steps toward building a cultural hub in Sandvang selskapslokaler. Here are some of the achievements - events, that brought community together. What can 2025 bring?

24.-25.8.

Kunst og fellesskap

First event that was serving as the opening of our initiative and the project of Sandvang kultursenter. We united 20 artists and exposed their magnetic art pieces out to the world! On top of this highly creative and exploratory setting we prepared a nice, warm, musical program. The flow of people and their art-gazing curiosity was priceless!

7.-8.9.

Kunst i Follo på Sandvang

We reorganized the exhibition to fit 3 more artists and enhanced the floor plan of the exhibition. On top of already exciting offer of art scaling from jewelry to a human sized paintings, we raised so many existential questions! Art tells stories and so does music - so we were happy to host 5 concerts during the exhibition, discussion about creativity and vintage art market. Oh so pleasant!

1.10.

Beginning of the open atelier

First two artists rented out the place as their atelier spots - Gosha Szewczyk from Dyrk AS and Ellen Aronsen, who work with materials and textiles to find sweet spot where merch and apparel can be sustainable and stay freakin cool using hemp and other arising new materials.

13.10.

Marked & fellesskap #1

Our 1st seasonal market. This event was a support for the local economy and exchange of goods. We tested out the capacity of the building and if the Sandvang building was a good fit for an ongoing traffic, limited space for so many selling tables and how children would use the dedicated corner filled with toys and art supplies. It was one beautiful sunday!

10.11.

Marked og fellesskap #2

#2nd market at Sandvang! This cozy gathering featured a variety of local artisans, handmade goods, delicious food, and activities for all ages. It was a great way to connect with the community, find unique treasures, and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Here we figured out, how to do a market even better with more effective floor management, better food & waste management, pricing of items, and more. Smell and taste of our 5-spices style autumn soup was a hit. It sold out!

14.11.

Kroki på Sandvang

Kroki was a fun and engaging drawing session that focused on capturing the essence of a subject with rapid, expressive strokes. 2-3 minutes for a sketch! We tried it too and it was anything but an easy task! It was a good way to look over the shoulders and notice how some of the skilled painters dealt with shortage of time.

8.12.

Jam session

Our first and so far the last jam session was indeed special. We gathered around twenty fantastic musicians to manifest their deepest musical fantasies and play along the bass/guitar, african drums, piano and much more. It was a blast with particularly exciting mments of connection. Jam music is raw energy!

9.12.

Winter market

The 1st curated Christmas market at Sandvang will focus on a unique theme: not just Christmas, but community and creativity. This event will serve as a marketplace for local creatives, featuring handcrafted items and seasonal products made in collaboration with the members of our atelier, offering a blend of art, culture, and festive spirit.

Building momentum

As we step into 2025, Sandvang is poised to build on its momentum, establishing itself as a vibrant cultural epicenter where creativity and community thrive. This year marks a pivotal phase of expansion and enrichment. Our vision includes continuing the successful monthly markets that have become community favorites, hosting two major exhibitions featuring local, national, and international artists that draw media attention and foster deeper cultural exchange. A robust program of concerts will be rolled out, along with at least one art and craft workshop per month to engage and inspire participants of all ages. A key milestone for 2025 is the launch of Pinsulla.com in spring, an online platform that will amplify our reach by showcasing the work of over 50 artists from our growing network, offering original and printed art. By the second half of the year, we envision our podcast studio being fully booked, becoming a creative outlet and revenue generator that solidifies Sandvang’s role as a sustainable, thriving center for arts and community engagement. This year is all about deepening connections, expanding our programs, and solidifying our place as a cornerstone of cultural vitality.

February '25

Recording studio launch

Bookings open for the studio upstairs, catering to podcasts, audiobooks, and local storytellers. The room can serve as a therapy session room for intimate 1-on-1 sessions.

March - April '25

Goodbye winter exhibition

First major exhibition of the year promoted through local and online media. Attendance of over 20 artists - international presence.

May '25

International workshop week

Attracting artists from Norway and abroad for intensive art, design, and focus sessions. Week long celebration of creativity. Potential support from Norwegian funds and EU cultural exchange support programs.

July '25

Summer art market festival

Host a large-scale art and craft market involving 50+ artists, both local and international.

October '25

2nd big autumn vintage market

Already established tradition from 2024, great family occassion where helloween costumes are made, live music cheers and warms up the atmosphere, comfort food and hot drinks are made.

31.12.2025

Reaching sustainability

Atelier is fully up and running and first collaborative sessions emerge. Program starts filling up with workshops, jams, and ecommerce creations.

Investment in art and community is an investment in future. A beautiful momentum of human connection unfolded.

Us

Creative visionary & cultural connector

Lubomir Krestian

Lego comes from Slovakia, the heart of Europe, where his lifelong passion for music, art, and community building took root. As a musician, poet, and creative strategist, Lego has worked across multiple industries, blending creativity with business acumen. His experience as a Webflow designer and marketer has led to numerous projects, helping small businesses and artists establish their online presence. His vision for Nesodden life is to create a thriving cultural hub that empowers creators and brings the community together through dedicated focus and creative expression.

Creative director & visual storyteller

Barbora Solarova

Barbora brings a wealth of experience in photography, graphic design and marketing skills to the project. Born and raised in Slovakia, her creative journey took her from music, where she performed as a singer and keyboard player, to the visual arts, where she found her true calling. As co-founder of Ampers& House, Barbora has worked on numerous creative projects, helping businesses and artists communicate their stories visually. She is committed to curating the visual and aesthetic experience, ensuring that every artistic endeavor is both beautiful and impactful.