CV
Education
The New School, New York
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing | 2015–2017
The New School, New York
MFA Diploma in Filmmaking
Concentration in Creative Documentary | 2018–2019
University of Iceland
B.A. in Creative Writing
Minor in Philosophy | 2010
University of Iceland – Continuing Education
Project Management & Leadership Development | 2023–2024
Gunnlaugur Guðmundsson School of Astrology
Professional Studies in Astrology | 2012–2015
Yoga Shala
Certified Yoga Teacher | 2012
Certified Reiki Practitioner | 2026
Certified Gong Practitioner (Diploma) | 2026
Borups Højskole, Copenhagen
Certificate in Interdisciplinary Arts
Verzlunarskóli Íslands (The Commercial College of Iceland)
Secondary School Diploma in International Business
Selected Exhibitions
Listval
Group Exhibition | 2025
Ásmundarsalur
Group Exhibition | 2023
Selected Projects
Ýlfur Studio
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Interdisciplinary research studio exploring the intersection of art, technology, sound, and material experimentation. Recipient of a two-year innovation grant from the Icelandic Centre for Research (Rannís).
Margheimar
Documentary Film | 2014–Present
An ongoing visual anthropology project exploring human consciousness, mythology, and the poetics of documentary cinema.
KALDA
Co-Founder & Creative Director | 2008–2012
International fashion label recognized for its conceptual approach to design, materiality, and visual identity.
Teaching & Educational Practice
Cottonwood School, New York
School Administrator & Art Teacher | 2016–2020
Developed interdisciplinary learning environments integrating creative writing, visual arts, storytelling, and independent inquiry.
Cottonwood Reykjavík
Art Teacher | 2023–2025
Designed experimental art programs for children centered on narrative, visual expression, and creative exploration.
Hjallastefnan
Teacher | 2012
Grants & Awards
Rannís – Technology Development Fund
Two-year Research & Development Grant for the design and development of an innovative musical instrument for international production.
Bette Howland Nonfiction Prize | 2017
Award for excellence in Creative Nonfiction.