Iceland University of the Arts | Hugarflug 2026
Hugarflug 2026 is the 15th annual conference of the Iceland University of the Arts and will take place 10–11 September 2026 in Reykjavík. With the theme "Sensing the World", it represents a forum for open, professional and critical discussion on art, design, architecture and related fields.
Theme
This year's theme invites reflection on perception as a dynamic and multifaceted experience.
In an era where disconnection from our own senses, and from those who perceive the world differently, is increasingly common, how can we re-engage with perception? By slowing down, paying attention, and creating space for diverse sensory experiences, we open new pathways for knowledge creation and deeper connections with the world. Artistic research offers a unique platform to explore this diversity, pose critical questions, and develop methods that lead to new insights and perspectives.
Submission
Contributions may include research presentations, artistic interventions, or theoretical explorations that address the role of perception in creative practice and knowledge production.
The deadline for submission is 12 March 2026.
More information is available on the Website of the Iceland University of the Arts.