Deep dive into the world of artist books and independent publishing in this new series of conversations with leading publishers from across the Nordics. Ahead of CHART Book Fair 2023, we sat down with some of the most dedicated and exciting publishers in the region to discuss when books become art, collecting artist books, and the books that mean most to them.

In recent years the Nordic art scene has seen a swathe of new figures rising to the forefront of the conversations surrounding contemporary art. These artists are championing new causes and presenting unfamiliar aesthetic viewpoints using innovative tools and techniques. In this series of articles published via the CHART Journal, writers and curators in the region consider some of the most exciting emerging artists working today.

Ever wondered who are the key players driving the art world forward? This season of editorial content published via the CHART journal gives an informal introduction to: key roles within the industry, the history of commercial art dealing and provides rare access into the personal experience of people living and working as part of the arts community today.