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New multiple: Coin
This is the coin. It is crafted from nickel-plated copper, measuring 28 mm in diameter and available in a limited edition of 100. Order your copy now.
New multiple: Coin
This is the coin. It is crafted from nickel-plated copper, measuring 28 mm in diameter and available in a limited edition of 100. Order your copy now.
Penning 2.0 @ Pictura Dordrecht
PICTURA launched a call for artists to create a contemporary coin (‘penning’). I took this opportunity to produce a coin as a carrier of instructions for its temporary concealment. The exhibition opens on Sunday September 1st.
Penning 2.0 @ Pictura Dordrecht
PICTURA launched a call for artists to create a contemporary coin (‘penning’). I took this opportunity to produce a coin as a carrier of instructions for its temporary concealment. The exhibition opens on Sunday September 1st.
Preview of new work @ BEAM THIS Haarlem
During the 4th edition of BEAM THIS Haarlem I will show a preview of new work: ‘Instructions for Chicken and Drums’ (video and objects). The event takes place on 20 April 2024 (from 8 p.m.) at 37PK, Groot Heiligland 37 in Haarlem. Free entrance.
Preview of new work @ BEAM THIS Haarlem
During the 4th edition of BEAM THIS Haarlem I will show a preview of new work: ‘Instructions for Chicken and Drums’ (video and objects). The event takes place on 20 April 2024 (from 8 p.m.) at 37PK, Groot Heiligland 37 in Haarlem. Free entrance.
Multiples & Special Editions @We Like Art
DEC 2023 / We Like Art! is currently showcasing over 90 special editions from leading artists, including my very own Habitus edition. Check out the opening dates in December 2023.
Multiples & Special Editions @We Like Art
DEC 2023 / We Like Art! is currently showcasing over 90 special editions from leading artists, including my very own Habitus edition. Check out the opening dates in December 2023.
The journey (object)
Woven sculpture of willow rods with 24 woven bands. Available (unique piece).
The journey (object)
Woven sculpture of willow rods with 24 woven bands. Available (unique piece).
The journey (woven poem)
Framed C-print, 93 x 199 cm, available as edition of 5 (+2 AP).
The journey (woven poem)
Framed C-print, 93 x 199 cm, available as edition of 5 (+2 AP).
Inexhaustible basket
C-print, 20 x 30 cm, available as edition of 20 (+2 AP).
Inexhaustible basket
C-print, 20 x 30 cm, available as edition of 20 (+2 AP).
Lieneke Hulshof: De reis van een mand
Lieneke Hulshof wrote a text about A Child in a Cradle: De reis van een mand / The Journey of a Basket. Available in Dutch only.
Lieneke Hulshof: De reis van een mand
Lieneke Hulshof wrote a text about A Child in a Cradle: De reis van een mand / The Journey of a Basket. Available in Dutch only.
A Child in A Cradle @ Van Zijll Langhout Gallery
In May and June 2023 I had a solo exhibition at Van Zijll Langhout Gallery in Amsterdam. At this solo show I presented my latest project: A Child in a Cradle. Have a look at the pictures.
A Child in A Cradle @ Van Zijll Langhout Gallery
In May and June 2023 I had a solo exhibition at Van Zijll Langhout Gallery in Amsterdam. At this solo show I presented my latest project: A Child in a Cradle. Have a look at the pictures.
Article on woven poem @ Weven
JAN 2023 / Dutch magazine Weven published an article on the collaboration with Marieke Kranenburg for the woven poem that will be part of A Child in A Cradle.
Article on woven poem @ Weven
JAN 2023 / Dutch magazine Weven published an article on the collaboration with Marieke Kranenburg for the woven poem that will be part of A Child in A Cradle.
The manual of Habitus @ Not Just a Library
DEC 2022 / The manual of Habitus is presented at Not Just a Library in Arnhem (NL). This presentation by artist collective Not Just a Collective showcasts artistic and experimental manners of publishing practices and printed matters.
The manual of Habitus @ Not Just a Library
DEC 2022 / The manual of Habitus is presented at Not Just a Library in Arnhem (NL). This presentation by artist collective Not Just a Collective showcasts artistic and experimental manners of publishing practices and printed matters.
MELK / WATER
From 23 July to 7 August 2022 group show MELK / WATER at in Rotterdam. With a deconstructed version of the diptych Something to hold, which evolved into a new work.
MELK / WATER
From 23 July to 7 August 2022 group show MELK / WATER at in Rotterdam. With a deconstructed version of the diptych Something to hold, which evolved into a new work.
Working on ‘woven poem’ with Marieke Kranenburg
MAY 2022 / Last year I wove a basket from willow rods. In collaboration with weaving expert Marieke Kranenburg I am now working on a ‘woven poem’ to accompany this basket.
Working on ‘woven poem’ with Marieke Kranenburg
MAY 2022 / Last year I wove a basket from willow rods. In collaboration with weaving expert Marieke Kranenburg I am now working on a ‘woven poem’ to accompany this basket.
Edition of Habitus for sale at We Like Art!
The photograph of Habitus is for sale at We Like Art! in an edition of 10 (+2 AP), beautifully framed by Mertens Frames. It is accompanied by a signed copy of the Habitus manual and an engraved paring knife.
Edition of Habitus for sale at We Like Art!
The photograph of Habitus is for sale at We Like Art! in an edition of 10 (+2 AP), beautifully framed by Mertens Frames. It is accompanied by a signed copy of the Habitus manual and an engraved paring knife.
The Manual of Habitus @ Apples & Oranges Genk (B)
On October 2nd 2021 the manual of Habitus was presented at Apples and Oranges, an artist publications & multiples fair at C-mine in Genk, Belgium.
The Manual of Habitus @ Apples & Oranges Genk (B)
On October 2nd 2021 the manual of Habitus was presented at Apples and Oranges, an artist publications & multiples fair at C-mine in Genk, Belgium.
Weaving Residency in Lhee
AUG 2021 / In August 2021 I went to the village of Lhee, in Drenthe, for a weaving residency with weaver Barbara Mahler. In collaboration with her I made e a basket from willow rods, bases on the characteristics of the prototype that was presented at the exhibition at 37PK.
Weaving Residency in Lhee
AUG 2021 / In August 2021 I went to the village of Lhee, in Drenthe, for a weaving residency with weaver Barbara Mahler. In collaboration with her I made e a basket from willow rods, bases on the characteristics of the prototype that was presented at the exhibition at 37PK.
BAL (Trees don’t walk)
Hand carved sphere (19cm) of elm wood. Push it gently and watch how it lingers across the floor to find a new spot to rest.
BAL (Trees don’t walk)
Hand carved sphere (19cm) of elm wood. Push it gently and watch how it lingers across the floor to find a new spot to rest.
HABITUS @37PK Haarlem
JUL 2021 / The exhibition HABITUS at 37PK in Haarlem was open for the audience from 6 June to 11 July 2021. In this solo exhibition I presented the new video installation Habitus alongside earlier works. On the mezzanine floor you could also have a look into the process of my current project ‘It doesn’t rustle’.
HABITUS @37PK Haarlem
JUL 2021 / The exhibition HABITUS at 37PK in Haarlem was open for the audience from 6 June to 11 July 2021. In this solo exhibition I presented the new video installation Habitus alongside earlier works. On the mezzanine floor you could also have a look into the process of my current project ‘It doesn’t rustle’.
Receive the manual of Habitus on request
MAY 2021 / The HABITUS Manual contains instructions on how to recreate the quartz crystal shape using materials already present in most homes: a potato and a small pairing knife. The manual wil be delivered by mail on request.
Receive the manual of Habitus on request
MAY 2021 / The HABITUS Manual contains instructions on how to recreate the quartz crystal shape using materials already present in most homes: a potato and a small pairing knife. The manual wil be delivered by mail on request.
Podcast Habitus available
MAY 2021 / The podcast of Habitus (Dutch only) is available at Anchor.fm, Spotify and YouTube.
Podcast Habitus available
MAY 2021 / The podcast of Habitus (Dutch only) is available at Anchor.fm, Spotify and YouTube.
Residency at VOL_22
DEC 2020 / 37PK, platform for the arts in Haarlem, invited me to do a residency in the VOL_22 in Haarlem. I am very grateful for this opportunity! From December 2020 to April 2021 I will work in the spacious studio in a former school building, located in the centre of Haarlem.
Residency at VOL_22
DEC 2020 / 37PK, platform for the arts in Haarlem, invited me to do a residency in the VOL_22 in Haarlem. I am very grateful for this opportunity! From December 2020 to April 2021 I will work in the spacious studio in a former school building, located in the centre of Haarlem.
Work in progress: ‘It doesn’t rustle’
AUG 2020 / Since the summer of 2020 I have been working on the project ‘It doesn’t rustle / Het ritselt niet’. What started as an idea for a woven sculpture and the fascination for the repetitive act of weaving, has turned into an investigation of weaving materials, the meaning of weaving, and the functionality of a basket.
Work in progress: ‘It doesn’t rustle’
AUG 2020 / Since the summer of 2020 I have been working on the project ‘It doesn’t rustle / Het ritselt niet’. What started as an idea for a woven sculpture and the fascination for the repetitive act of weaving, has turned into an investigation of weaving materials, the meaning of weaving, and the functionality of a basket.
Ongemakkelijk / Awkward @ Arti et Amicitiae
Group show in collaboration with artists Claudia Mulder and Robbert Weide about the gaping hole between what humans want and what the world has to offer. With works of 16 renowned and upcoming artists.
Ongemakkelijk / Awkward @ Arti et Amicitiae
Group show in collaboration with artists Claudia Mulder and Robbert Weide about the gaping hole between what humans want and what the world has to offer. With works of 16 renowned and upcoming artists.
Special edition to celebrate anniversary artist initiative Paleis van Mieris
This photograph was made to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of artist initiative Paleis van Mieris in Amsterdam. It is available as an edition of 20 (+2 AP). Contact me if you are interested.
Special edition to celebrate anniversary artist initiative Paleis van Mieris
This photograph was made to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of artist initiative Paleis van Mieris in Amsterdam. It is available as an edition of 20 (+2 AP). Contact me if you are interested.
After a while
Video, 17′, 2020. Related to Crumbs.
After a while
Video, 17′, 2020. Related to Crumbs.
PICK ME! @ DE.GROEN Arnhem
From 14 September to 22 December 2019 We Like Art! showed a wide selection of works, edition and artists at DE.GROEN in Arnhem. Both Something to hold and Small Change were part of the exhibition. Location: DE.GROEN, Weverstraat 40, 6811 EM Arnhem (NL).
PICK ME! @ DE.GROEN Arnhem
From 14 September to 22 December 2019 We Like Art! showed a wide selection of works, edition and artists at DE.GROEN in Arnhem. Both Something to hold and Small Change were part of the exhibition. Location: DE.GROEN, Weverstraat 40, 6811 EM Arnhem (NL).
I WANT EVERYONE TO KNOW
MAY 2019 // Flight with advertisement banner above Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Utrecht. Date: May 17th, 2019; duration: 4 hrs. Photography: Gert Jan van Rooij. First photo also available as an edition. This project could not have been realized
I WANT EVERYONE TO KNOW
MAY 2019 // Flight with advertisement banner above Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Utrecht. Date: May 17th, 2019; duration: 4 hrs. Photography: Gert Jan van Rooij. First photo also available as an edition. This project could not have been realized
Edition ‘I want everyone to know’
Edition of ‘I want everyone to know’ C-print, 30 x approx. 42 cm, 2019 Edition of 10 (+2 AP) SOLD OUT Photography: Gert Jan van Rooij
Edition ‘I want everyone to know’
Edition of ‘I want everyone to know’ C-print, 30 x approx. 42 cm, 2019 Edition of 10 (+2 AP) SOLD OUT Photography: Gert Jan van Rooij
Something to hold @ Ghent (B)
FEB 2019 // From 15 February to 14 March 2019 a site specific adaptation of diptych ‘Something to hold’ was presented at De Vitrines, Meerseniersstraat 4, Ghent (Belgium). Read more about this work at We Like Art! Photo: Hendrik Braet
Something to hold @ Ghent (B)
FEB 2019 // From 15 February to 14 March 2019 a site specific adaptation of diptych ‘Something to hold’ was presented at De Vitrines, Meerseniersstraat 4, Ghent (Belgium). Read more about this work at We Like Art! Photo: Hendrik Braet
Something to hold
Two C-prints on Baryta paper, 30 x 40 cm, 2018.Edition of 5 (+2AP).Available at Welikeart.nl.Read the interview (Dutch only). Installation view ‘Pick Me!’ at Collectie DE.GROEN in Arnhem (NL): Photography: Natascha Libbert
Something to hold
Two C-prints on Baryta paper, 30 x 40 cm, 2018.Edition of 5 (+2AP).Available at Welikeart.nl.Read the interview (Dutch only). Installation view ‘Pick Me!’ at Collectie DE.GROEN in Arnhem (NL): Photography: Natascha Libbert
Open studio
NOV 2018 // Come and visit my studio on 10 & 11 November 2018 at Nieuwe Uilenburgerstraat 5, 1011 LM Amsterdam. Open on Saturday from 12 AM – 6 PM, Sunday from 2 – 6 PM. More info: Open Ateliers Nieuwmarkt.
Open studio
NOV 2018 // Come and visit my studio on 10 & 11 November 2018 at Nieuwe Uilenburgerstraat 5, 1011 LM Amsterdam. Open on Saturday from 12 AM – 6 PM, Sunday from 2 – 6 PM. More info: Open Ateliers Nieuwmarkt.
The Image of a Private Collection
AUG 2018 // From 23 September to 25 November 2018 the Young Collectors Circle presented a selection of photographic works collected by members of the Young Collectors Circle at Huize Frankendael in Amsterdam. The exhibition was curated by Julia Mullié
The Image of a Private Collection
AUG 2018 // From 23 September to 25 November 2018 the Young Collectors Circle presented a selection of photographic works collected by members of the Young Collectors Circle at Huize Frankendael in Amsterdam. The exhibition was curated by Julia Mullié
We Like Art @ Westergasfabriek
DEC 2017 // Secret Postcard Sale by We Like Art: postcard size works of a wide selection of artists are sold for € 100,- each. From 15 to 29 December at Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam. With works of both renowned and emerging
We Like Art @ Westergasfabriek
DEC 2017 // Secret Postcard Sale by We Like Art: postcard size works of a wide selection of artists are sold for € 100,- each. From 15 to 29 December at Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam. With works of both renowned and emerging
De verzakelijking van het ondoorgrondelijke @37PK
NOV 2017 // De verzakelijking van het ondoorgrondelijke, an exhibition curated by Ilona Plaum from 3 Nov – 23 Dec 2017 at 37PK in Haarlem. Opening by biologist and system scientist Gerard Jagers op Akkerhuis. With Semâ Bekirovic, Michel François, Marieke Gelissen, André Kruysen, Ilona
De verzakelijking van het ondoorgrondelijke @37PK
NOV 2017 // De verzakelijking van het ondoorgrondelijke, an exhibition curated by Ilona Plaum from 3 Nov – 23 Dec 2017 at 37PK in Haarlem. Opening by biologist and system scientist Gerard Jagers op Akkerhuis. With Semâ Bekirovic, Michel François, Marieke Gelissen, André Kruysen, Ilona
Ongezien @ Antwerp
AUG 2017 // Video work Sliding was selected for group exhibition Ongezien in Antwerp, Belgium, showing works of a selection of upcoming Belgian and international artists. Ongezien #2 Opening: 5 August 2017, 7 PM – 1 AM (Museum Night) Open: 5
Ongezien @ Antwerp
AUG 2017 // Video work Sliding was selected for group exhibition Ongezien in Antwerp, Belgium, showing works of a selection of upcoming Belgian and international artists. Ongezien #2 Opening: 5 August 2017, 7 PM – 1 AM (Museum Night) Open: 5
New Material @ APT Gallery London
MAR 2017 // From 9 March to 3 April 2017 my work was included in the group show NEW MATERIAL; Living in a New Material World. The exhibition showed works of Robert Cervera Amblar (ES/UK), Russell Chater (UK), Marieke Gelissen (NL), Paul Kindersley (UK), Edith Kollath (DE), Tyler
New Material @ APT Gallery London
MAR 2017 // From 9 March to 3 April 2017 my work was included in the group show NEW MATERIAL; Living in a New Material World. The exhibition showed works of Robert Cervera Amblar (ES/UK), Russell Chater (UK), Marieke Gelissen (NL), Paul Kindersley (UK), Edith Kollath (DE), Tyler
Stacking series on PRISM Photo Magazine Blog
FEB 2017 // The Stacking series was published on the PRISM Photo Magazine blog.
Stacking series on PRISM Photo Magazine Blog
FEB 2017 // The Stacking series was published on the PRISM Photo Magazine blog.
Live performance Lead of a Pencil
OCT 2016 // On Sunday 9 October 2016 Lead of a Pencil (transferred from the inside of a pencil to the outside of a wooden pole) was performed live at Van Zijll Langhout. Performers: Marieke Gelissen, Vincka Struben and Jane
Live performance Lead of a Pencil
OCT 2016 // On Sunday 9 October 2016 Lead of a Pencil (transferred from the inside of a pencil to the outside of a wooden pole) was performed live at Van Zijll Langhout. Performers: Marieke Gelissen, Vincka Struben and Jane
Unfolding the Object
SEPT 2016 // From 3 September to 9 October 2016: Unfolding the Object at Van Zijll Langhout. The exhibition consisted of new works that were realized during a summer residency at the gallery and also involved a series of photographs made
Unfolding the Object
SEPT 2016 // From 3 September to 9 October 2016: Unfolding the Object at Van Zijll Langhout. The exhibition consisted of new works that were realized during a summer residency at the gallery and also involved a series of photographs made
Remaking the Cone
Folded black & white print, 35 x 52 cm, and performative act, 2016. Edition of 50. Available for EUR 40,-.
Remaking the Cone
Folded black & white print, 35 x 52 cm, and performative act, 2016. Edition of 50. Available for EUR 40,-.
Stacking
Sea/Green/Skin. Series of photos, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Stacking (Ukiha series) Air/Leaf/Bread/Night Series of photos, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Edition: Stacking (fern) Photo, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Edition of 10 (+2 AP). Still some copies available.
Stacking
Sea/Green/Skin. Series of photos, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Stacking (Ukiha series) Air/Leaf/Bread/Night Series of photos, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Edition: Stacking (fern) Photo, 16 x 24 cm, 2016. Edition of 10 (+2 AP). Still some copies available.
Tables don’t walk
Video, 5’50 (loop), 2016. Site specific video installation at Van Zijll Langhout | Contemporary Art in Amsterdam, in August 2016. Installation view 2′ fragment of the video
Tables don’t walk
Video, 5’50 (loop), 2016. Site specific video installation at Van Zijll Langhout | Contemporary Art in Amsterdam, in August 2016. Installation view 2′ fragment of the video
2nd Prize Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016
JULY 2016 // ‘I didn’t see it coming’ was awarded 2nd Prize of the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016. This was announced on Thursday evening 7 July 2016 during a ceremony in the auditorium of the Van Abbemuseum. The first prize
2nd Prize Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016
JULY 2016 // ‘I didn’t see it coming’ was awarded 2nd Prize of the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016. This was announced on Thursday evening 7 July 2016 during a ceremony in the auditorium of the Van Abbemuseum. The first prize
Nomination Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016
MAY 2016 // The jury of the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016 has announced the names of the visual artists shortlisted for the prize. The three nominated artists are (in random order): Marieke Gelissen, Sissel Marie Tonn and the artist duo Lotte van der
Nomination Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016
MAY 2016 // The jury of the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016 has announced the names of the visual artists shortlisted for the prize. The three nominated artists are (in random order): Marieke Gelissen, Sissel Marie Tonn and the artist duo Lotte van der
I didn’t see it coming
My proposal for the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016 consisted of a sculptural intervention in the patio Het Oog. This intervention is an invitation to the audience to investigate their physical relation with this space. Starting point of the intervention is
I didn’t see it coming
My proposal for the Theodora Niemeijer Prize 2016 consisted of a sculptural intervention in the patio Het Oog. This intervention is an invitation to the audience to investigate their physical relation with this space. Starting point of the intervention is
Residency in Ukiha, Japan
AUG 2016 // In August 2016 I joined the Artist-in-residence program of Ukiha City (Japan). This resulted in a presentation in Ukiha City on August 21st, 2016 and and the exhibition of Stacking at Minou Books & Cafe. Some first works
Residency in Ukiha, Japan
AUG 2016 // In August 2016 I joined the Artist-in-residence program of Ukiha City (Japan). This resulted in a presentation in Ukiha City on August 21st, 2016 and and the exhibition of Stacking at Minou Books & Cafe. Some first works
Details
Series of postcard size photographs, made for We Like Art show Size Matters at TETEM, Enschede (December 2015 – February 2016). All single prints. Detail #1, from study for Showing two things that make a lot of sense, Nr. 2 (Ribbon)
Details
Series of postcard size photographs, made for We Like Art show Size Matters at TETEM, Enschede (December 2015 – February 2016). All single prints. Detail #1, from study for Showing two things that make a lot of sense, Nr. 2 (Ribbon)
We Like Art! @ TETEM: Size Matters
DEC 2015 // From 3 December 2015 to 7 February 2016 you could find some of my works in the We Like Art! show Size Matters at TETEM in Enschede. The show consisted of a fast amount of works by renowned and emerging artists on
We Like Art! @ TETEM: Size Matters
DEC 2015 // From 3 December 2015 to 7 February 2016 you could find some of my works in the We Like Art! show Size Matters at TETEM in Enschede. The show consisted of a fast amount of works by renowned and emerging artists on