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Åsa Elzén is an artist based in Berlin. Elzén's artistic practice is informed by feminist theory, intersectionality and post-colonialism. Working on a project basis she often employs documentary footage and/or historical research as a starting point to her video work. She is also involved in collaborative practices.

Education
Elzén is a native of Stockholm, Sweden. She attended National College of Art and Design in Dublin where she obtained a B.A. 1st Class Honours in Fine Art Sculpture, and the Royal University College of Fine Art in Stockholm University where she obtained a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree. She later participated in the Whitney Independent Study Program in New York City.

Collaborative Projects
In 2005 Elzén, in collaboration with artist Sonia Hedstrand, the nine hour film Systerskapets år/A year of sisterhood documenting feminist demonstrations, debates, art manifestations, direct actions and parties. The film includes interviews with various feminists in Stockholm.

Work
Since 2008, Elzén has been involved with the feminist arts collective YES! Association/Föreningen JA!