Helgi Vignir Bragason (b. 1972) is a photo- based artist, living and working in Reykjavik. He has a diploma in Creative Photography from the School of Photography, Reykjavik (2023) and a BSc. degree in Constructing Architecture as well as an MSc. in Construction Management. His practice deals with questions about man-made environments and issues of utilization, exploitation, and pollution. He photographs different aspects of man-made structures, although always in the absence of human physical presence. As a reflection of time, he focuses on building´s multi-layered and intricate lifespan.
Helgi´s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums in Iceland. Recent solo exhibitions include Still Lifespan at Hafnarborg – the Hafnarfjörður Centre of Culture and Fine Art (2025), BENEFIT – A Reflection on Materials at Slökkvistöðin, Reykjavik (2024) and the duo exhibition Ljósrák at Gallery Kannski, Reykjavik (2024).
Helgi Vignir is a member of The Icelandic Contemporary Photography Association and the Association of Icelandic Visual Artists.