| asavonturen.nl | As-avonturen | The text begins with a reflection from Michiel, a childless man traveling with his mother and heading towards Switzerland, where they experience adventures and celebrate the absurdity. The website presents a series of ‘Portions’ of adventures, ranging from ‘Initiation’ to ‘The Tao of Poop’, accompanied by data from specific locations and travel periods. The website provides links to social media platforms and Bandcamp, suggesting it might be an online collection of experiences, travel logs, or artistic projects, with an experimental and sometimes absurdist approach. | TravelStyles → Adventure 635 | portion 33 mother 603 adventure 919 travel 7210 | |
| talesoffire.nl | Tales of Fire | The website introduces Tales of Fire as a company that tells mythical stories through spectacular fire shows. The fire shows vary in style and intensity, incorporating elements such as narrative music, unique costumes, and surprising material use. The company offers a range of fire shows, including Diamond Dragons, Equinox, Tale of the Witch, and Tale of Odin, and provides custom-made fire entertainment, prioritizing safety. | Lifestyle → Events 32475 | fire show 22 costume 500 theater 2544 safety 5819 event 45199 | |
| tentaclesproject.nl | Tentaclesproject.nl | The project involves creating inflatable objects made from repurposed tents, which are then brought to life by the wind. A workshop is offered for youth, culminating in a community parade featuring the TENTacles inflatables. The TENTacles are presented as both individual art pieces and as elements in parades. | Context → Community 57410 | inflatables 25 parade 513 recycling 1036 art 3856 | |
| derkwijkamp.nl | Derk Wijkamp | Derk Wijkamp is active as a poet and essayist, and as a performance artist and playwright. He offers performances with poetic performance art shows. The website contains poems, a podcast, and information about booking performances, as well as custom-written texts. | Music → Lyrics & Poetry 247 | performance art 12 poem 1014 text 2467 podcast 3328 performance 7586 event 45199 | |
| tecart.nl | TEC ART | The festival argues that even during a period of societal decline, beauty can be found and presents a message of hope for the future. The exhibition features works by international media artists, including Yuri Yefanov and Sophia Bulgakova, who address themes of violence and sadness with elements of humor and surreal experiences. Another featured piece, an AV installation by Mark IJzerman and Sebastian Robert, examines the impact of deep-sea mining with a surprising blend of aesthetics and information. | Knowledge → Media 46963 | hope 113 festival 3804 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 installation 13742 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| 222lodge.nl | 222LODGE | The event features a diverse group of artists including Topp & Dubio, Annie Abrahams, and Frans van Lent, performing simultaneously in public space. ‘Same but Different’ is presented as an international event promoting freedom and solidarity, emphasizing openness and acknowledging diverse circumstances. The performance festival occurs during the equinox, coinciding with approximately equal durations of day and night globally, fostering a temporary global community through performance art. | Role-Playing Games → LARP 11 | festival 3804 space 3846 artist 5745 performance 7586 community 7931 event 45199 | South-Holland → Dordrecht 4531 |
| liesjeberk.nl | Liesje van den Berk | Liesje van den Berk is a visual artist who creates intimate drawings and performances, often in public spaces, aiming to connect drawing, the body, and the surrounding environment. The website provides an overview of her past work, including drawings, performances, installations, and videos related to themes such as balance, silence, and views. It also includes links to news, blog posts about her work, and mentions of projects like ‘DOOR NOORD – Wandelclub van winkelcentrum Boven ’t Y’ and ‘ALLES STROOMT.’ | Visual Arts → Drawing 1046 | drawing 1101 balance 4582 video 6714 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| borisacket.nl | Boris Acket | The site lists various artistic works and performances presented by Boris Acket, spanning from 2018 to 2024, including installations, audiovisual performances, and musical collaborations. Many of the projects are associated with prominent cultural institutions such as the Muziekgebouw, Holland Festival, De School, and The Dark Rooms Berlin, as well as festivals like DGTL and ADE. The works are grouped under titles like 'Einder,' 'Waaiwerk,' 'Sunbeam,' and 'Shore,' suggesting a recurring theme or artistic approach within Boris Acket's practice. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | audiovisual 124 performance 7586 installation 13742 | Amsterdam → Center 990 |
| toinehorvers.nl | Toine Horvers | The site presents a chronological record of Toine Horvers' artistic activities and writings, spanning from 2009 to 2025, detailing numerous exhibitions, performances, and writings. A significant portion of the content details the 'Waves 6' project, including observations and descriptions of wave movements on the rocky coast of Inis Oírr, accompanied by written records and verbal descriptions. The website features a timeline of events and publications, offering insights into Horvers' artistic practice and its evolution over a considerable period. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | wave 41 coast 199 writing 1504 art 3856 performance 7586 | Zeeland → Middelburg 2342 |
| ulrikequade.nl | Ulrike Quade Company | Ulrike Quade is a theater maker, director, and scenographer who creates interdisciplinary and visual theatre, combining new technologies with current social themes. Her productions range from intimate lunch theatre to large-scale operas and are performed both nationally and internationally. She has won various awards, including the Oeuvreprijs 2022. The ‘Acting Like a Robot’ research project will be concluded in January 2025 at De Paardenkathedraal, Utrecht, with workshops, presentations, and a reception celebrating the collaboration between theatre and robotics. | Culture → Science 5261 | theatre 209 robotics 281 interview 1371 production 4582 technology 6816 research 8967 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| leonspek.nl | Léon Spek | Léon Spek’s work encompasses various mediums, including kinetic video installations, durational performances, and autonomous drawing machines. Notable projects such as 'Prosthetic X,' 'Infinite Posture Dataset,' 'LUX,' and 'Fluctus No. 1' demonstrate the intersection of art and technology. The website also highlights ongoing and past artistic residencies, like 'Summer Sessions,' and includes information on diverse artistic collaborations and solo works by various artists. | Painting → Digital Art 820 | projection 59 residency 100 artwork 2248 performance 7586 installation 13742 collaboration 16036 | |
| bodyofart.nl | Body of Art/ Annemijn Rijk | Body of Art/ Annemijn Rijk creates productions that bring the audience back to the essence of being human, using sensory and experimental elements. The website includes information about upcoming performances, such as ‘The Lab’ in Breda and Tilburg, as well as previews and fixed dates. Various artworks are presented, including installations and film projects, based on a series of themes from the book ‘Body of Art’. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | sensory 42 film 3007 body 3490 theme 4015 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| jhorvanderhorst.nl | Jhor van der Horst | The project "Duckweed; or, I Am Making Plan(t)s" utilizes creative storytelling, guided meditations, and DIY theatrics to foster connections between human and plant bodies, with performances showcased at 4bid gallery in OT301, Amsterdam. "field knowledge" explores the ‘lawn’ as a site of ideological tension, examining it as both a multi-species ecosystem and a potential space for public participation, incorporating structures inspired by Victor Papanek’s cubes to function as information and relaxation stations. Jhor also sells hand-made plant hangers at Botanische Tuin Zuidas and offers artist residencies at locations including OT301 in Amsterdam, Plantage Dok in Amsterdam, NES Atist Residency in Skagastrond, and Fish Factory in Strodvarfjordur. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | plant hanger 14 residency 100 lawn 427 texts 1218 structure 1305 | Amsterdam → South 1488 |
| nynkelaverman.nl | Nynke Laverman | Nynke Laverman is a singer, songwriter, and theater maker currently working on the project 'OAK', a musical journey about the connection between humans and nature. Two songs from the 'OAK' album have already been released, 'Holding Space' and 'The Story of The Straight Line', with accompanying lyric videos. Nynke Laverman collaborates with podcast maker Lex Bohlmeijer and invites guests such as David Van Reybrouck, Joep Beving, and Charles Foster to discuss the inspiration behind 'OAK'. | Popular → Singer-Songwriter 262 | album 1495 podcast 3328 performance 7586 | |
| himmelsbach.nl | IMPAKT | Domenique Himmelsbach is an artist working in various disciplines including monuments, campaigns and guerrilla interventions. His work is included in important art collections such as Museum De Domijnen and the International Institute for Social History. The ‘Fantastic Idea Artists Laying Down in Amersfoort’ project collaborates with residents of Amersfoort to gather solutions for societal issues through a ‘Idea Library,’ a growing collection of blueprints of conceptual, social and artistic proposals for the city. Himmelsbach has developed ‘The Woke Award’ in collaboration with IMPAKT during the IMPAKT Festival 2024, a playful disruption of the Woke debate. | Social Issues → Social Innovation 93 | intervention 283 award 642 library 988 monument 1168 campaign 3428 | Sittard-Geleen → Sittard 1997 |
| mariekeploeg.nl | Marieke Ploeg | Marieke Ploeg is an artist who searches for the feminine divine and the meeting between matter and transcendent experiences in her work. She explores ancient themes such as creation, life force, and the natural movement of growth and decay through recreating her own body and conducting physical study. Her work is described as a ritual with clay, water, fire, air, and space, in which the goddess becomes visible. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | goddess 26 fire 429 clay 495 ritual 506 art 3856 | Wijdemeren → Kortenhoef 719 |
| semabekirovic.nl | Sema Bekovic | The site presents a diverse range of artistic projects, including framed photographs titled ‘Unfixed Galaxies’, video installations like ‘Once an Alien’ and ‘Of Fire’, and photographic installations such as ‘All that is Solid’ and ‘Echoes of the Sun’. Sema Bekovic’s work explores themes of nature, perception, and human interaction through various media like sculpture, video, and writing. Notable projects include ‘Driftwood’, ‘Museum Dust’, and ‘Sculptures for the Ants’. The website also includes film projects like ‘Wonder Turner’ and ‘Study In Circular Motion,’ along with associated workshops, and a selection of photo works, demonstrating a multifaceted artistic practice. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | sculpture 1440 publication 2018 film 3007 photography 9503 installation 13742 workshop 19325 | |
| universumvandewaanzin.nl | Universe of Madness | Michael Bloos researches, with the help of artists and experts, the relationship between madness and fantasy, stemming from his personal experiences and a fascination with the beauty of madness. The 'Universe of Madness' project encompasses theater, film, audio, installations, and live research evenings, aimed at understanding the meaning of madness. The website contains reviews, interviews, and press releases about the performance 'POETIC LICENCE' and the podcast/performance 'RadioDoc Naar Istanbul', which has reached many listeners and readers. | | review 1888 theater 2544 podcast 3328 artist 5745 performance 7586 | |
| leoniekbontje.nl | Leoniek Bontje | The website documents a series of art shows and performances, including exhibitions at Big Art Amsterdam and Muses United. A significant portion of Leoniek Bontje's work features threads, pins, and related materials, often combined with subjects like mothers, children, and stylized figures (muses). The website lists sold pieces and performance dates, demonstrating a consistent focus on textile art and its presentation through various media. | Textile Arts → Crafts 9117 | muse 13 thread 107 mother 603 textile 1421 performance 7586 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| tilburgcowboys.nl | Tilburg Cowboys | The website offers an overview of various projects, including ‘Social Cowboys’, ‘Visual Cowboys’, and ‘Performing Cowboys,’ ranging from theater projects to visual art installations. Individual cowboys and artists are also presented, such as Sander van Bussel, Chris Gribling, and Hans d'Olivat. The site contains a variety of events and projects, such as ‘Red Light Orchestra’, ‘Prikactie’, ‘Totaalkracht van de Sterrenwijk’, ‘Museum van de Anonieme Sculptuur,’ and ‘Meimarkt Fair Service’. | Artists → Collectives 27 | artworks 460 event 45199 | |
| jochemvantol.nl | Jochem van Tol | The website includes work from recent collaborations, exhibitions, performances, and concerts, alongside earlier study materials. During 2020 and 2021, Van Tol found refuge in a studio with friends, where new music was recorded and two albums, ‘Soon’ and ‘Silverbones,’ were created. His new project, ‘T’iju T’iju,’ explores sound and music independently, drawing inspiration from the Bolivian word for grasshopper and a personal connection to the animal. | Composition & Theory → Composers 175 | studio 5465 music 13170 collaboration 16036 | |
| entract.nl | Entr’act | The website showcases a diverse range of performances and projects, including those by groups like Asterions Hus, Cie DaaD, Cie Monad, and HuryCAN. The site lists numerous individual acts and installations, categorized by company and project title, covering various genres like dance, circus, theater, and family entertainment. Entr’act also offers resources such as a calendar, travel aid, and contact information for newsletter sign-ups, indicating support and logistical assistance for these performances. | | dance 1834 theater 2544 festival 3804 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| jakobsdrift.nl | Willem Jakobs & Pieter Drift | Since 2012, they have been collaborating and regularly present performances in open fields. Their work attempts to poetically interpret reality and encourages viewers to look at their surroundings in a new way. A key feature of their projects is a white table with two chairs, providing a visual foundation. | Living & Dining → Chairs 393 | chair 1223 table 1778 environment 4873 history 7286 performance 7586 | |
| margrietkicks-ass.nl | Margriet Kicks-Ass | Margriet Kicks-Ass is an artist who combines art and technology in a Dadaistic manner, often challenging conventional notions of efficiency and functionality. Her artistic process is driven by an investigative approach, initially exploring the physical properties of sound and vibration, particularly in relation to natural phenomena. Notable works include the SPLASHBOX, recognized with an entry to the Guthman Instrument Design Competition, and various projects utilizing sound and technology, supported by grants like those from Stimuleringsfonds Creatieve Industrie. | Performing Arts → Sound Art 34 | sound 1649 art 3856 technology 6816 performance 7586 | North-Brabant → 's-Hertogenbosch 8868 |
| gerbenhermanus.nl | Gerben Hermanus | The ‘A Little Square of HOPE’ project offers drawings, performances, and graphic works. HOPE is sent by mail in a small square with a positive message. Gerben Hermanus has a website and Instagram account with information about the project and contact details. | Visual Arts → Drawing 1046 | graphic 74 hope 113 mail 149 drawings 1329 performance 7586 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| bubbelebim.nl | De Bubbelebim | De Bubbelebim produces videos, including ‘Potkast’ episodes covering various projects, such as clearing out flea markets during King’s Day and catering for the Rotterdam Marathon. De Bubbelebim has produced videos for the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR), with proposals for the program sections and the Tiger Awards raffle tickets. De Bubbelebim makes video items for the talk show Off Screen, with the aim of reporting on their vision of the festival and their projects. | Creative → Video 777 Arts → Film 3972 | video 6714 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| circuscitroen.nl | Circus Citroen | Circus Citroen organizes guerilla events in vacant buildings or unknown locations. The organization creates experiences that make visitors leave their seats. An evening with Circus Citroen combines food, drinks, and a unique experience. | Painting → Digital Art 820 | circus 158 combination 189 event 45199 | City Center → City Center & Shopping Area 231 |
| fossilfreeculture.nl | FOSSIL FREE CULTURE NL Foundation | The organization engages in unsolicited art performances within cultural institutions that receive sponsorship from the oil and gas industry, with the goal of challenging the industry’s social legitimacy. FOSSIL FREE CULTURE NL was founded on December 22, 2017, and provides access to reports and association details on its website. The website encourages visitors to get involved through donations, volunteering, merchandise purchases, and newsletter subscriptions, emphasizing a commitment to avoiding spam and data sales. | Environment → Climate Change 479 | art 3856 culture 3922 donation 5110 newsletter 6504 | |
| maartenbel.nl | Maarten Bel Werk | The website presents news about various events, such as the opening of Het Belhuis, the Ratterdam Expedition, and birthday calendars. There are projects and expenditures related to art, such as the Cadeaufabriek (Gift Factory), the Klokhuis (Kids' Show), the Kabouter Hunt (Elf Hunt), the Branch Museum, and the Children's Art Auction. The website also contains an overview of various roles and professions of Maarten Bel Werk, such as café owner, embroidery enthusiast, and postal veteran, and connections to other projects and platforms. | Entertainment → Radio 1338 | elf 25 auction 561 initiative 1297 story 8285 event 45199 | Rotterdam → Charlois 328 |
| stefancammeraat.nl | Stefan Cammeraat | The website details various past and upcoming projects, including solo exhibitions, group shows, and presentations at events like the Groot Rotterdams Atelier Weekend and CareFull Utrecht. A significant portion of the content focuses on 'Coming to terms,' a performance piece utilizing horror elements to restructure historical narratives and explore affective experiences. It involves a protagonist haunted by the unrealized work of Kazimir Malevich. The website also highlights projects like ‘Scaffolding Scaffolding’ and mentions a past exhibition focusing on the Moma, reflecting a diverse range of artistic explorations and presentations. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | narrative 119 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 history 7286 performance 7586 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| reneevantrier.nl | De Pont | Renée van Trier’s work examines anxieties and torments through emotionally evocative performances that aim to both soothe and confront viewers. Her recent installation, ‘HUMBLE,’ delves into the concepts of vulnerability, trust, and the deceptive nature of appearances, drawing inspiration from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Van Trier's artistic style is characterized by its powerful, absurdist, and unsettling qualities, highlighting the concealed aspects of human behavior and societal facades. | Painting → Contemporary Art 805 | vulnerability 149 appearance 248 artist 5745 performance 7586 music 13170 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| annalotte.nl | EKWC | Anna Lotte’s work combines musical performances with visual elements and installations, aiming to create a hypnotic experience for the audience. Her performances are often accompanied by interactive installations exploring concepts such as attention, spectatorship, and social relations, blurring the boundaries between the artist, audience, and artwork. Anna Lotte has performed in various venues across the Netherlands, including theaters, music venues, and festivals, with a notable residency at EKWC from January 25, 2024 to April 17, 2024. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | venue 879 sound 1649 artist 5745 performance 7586 installation 13742 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| mauricebogaert.nl | Maurice Bogaert | The website documents a diverse range of artistic projects, including installations, collaborations, performances, and publications under titles such as ‘Kate, Wie?’ and ‘Requiem for Gray’. Several projects are explicitly noted as ‘site specific’, ‘residency’, and ‘installation’, suggesting a consistent theme of creating art within particular locations or contexts. Alongside individual projects, the site also functions as a platform for publishing, notably hosting the ‘NON-ISSUE’ magazine and various other publications, indicating a broader artistic and critical engagement. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | residency 100 publication 2018 magazine 2182 performance 7586 installation 13742 collaboration 16036 | |
| fleurgroenendijkfoundation.nl | Fleur Groenendijk Foundation | The foundation is established to support and encourage young talent in the arts. The website showcases winners of the 'De Meester' prize, a prestigious award for young artists and designers. The foundation also supports artist residency programs and organizes events such as the Summer Exhibition. | Art Management & Sales → Art Organizations 255 | residency 100 visual art 136 architecture 3223 art 3856 exhibition 5332 | Schiedam → Schiedam Center 52 |
| masharu.nl | Masharu | The site presents various projects connected to the ‘Museum of Edible Earth’, including exhibitions in Cuba, Nigeria, and Central Asia, and a more critical reflection titled ‘An Acquired Taste’. It highlights initiatives like ‘Pimba’, aiming to bridge gaps and analyze the relationship between humans and the earth, alongside art projects such as ‘Diptych in Love’ and ‘Clay Orgia’. Furthermore, the website features a collection of artistic experiments and events, including festival participation (Schemerlicht, VADA x Klagenfurt), workshops (‘Local Claying’), and theoretical explorations related to Earth, sustainability, and technology. | Sustainability → Ecology & Environment 597 | earth 108 experiment 229 clay 495 museum 2002 festival 3804 art 3856 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| vloeistof.nl | Vloeistof | Location-based dance is Vloeistof’s specialty, with performances intended to shift perceptions of public spaces. The organization strives for lasting impact in society, with a mission of inner change. Vloeistof organizes events, including a performance on July 8, 2023, and has locations in Hasselt (Belgium) and Hull (UK). | Context → Environment 54437 | society 1376 dance 1834 event 45199 | |
| robbertvanderhorst.nl | Robbert van der Horst | Robbert van der Horst creates temporary and fleeting architectural structures designed to investigate the relationship between humans and the surrounding landscape, both rural and urban. The website features a collection of his projects spanning the last 15 years, excluding community-based radio performances available on the Radiobaken website. Notable projects include structures such as 'Vluchtige Bouwwerken' (Volatile Structures) and landscape observatories, demonstrating a combination of architecture, digital art, and fine arts. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | structure 1305 landscape 2609 architecture 3223 | |
| victordissel.nl | Victor Dissel | Victor Dissel is a new media artist who creates installations that combine light, sound, and movement to investigate the intersection of digital media and natural elements. His work, such as ‘Reflect IV,’ utilizes laser light and reflective water to amplify natural disturbances, creating intricate projections and exploring the symbiotic relationship between humans, nature, and technology. Dissel’s other projects, including ‘Contrarium’ and ‘CAELUM,’ involve collaborations with various artists and technicians, resulting in immersive film experiences and live performances presented in theatres and festivals. | Painting → Digital Art 820 | projection 59 sound 1649 movement 2304 light 5148 technology 6816 installation 13742 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| poezieboys.nl | Poezieboys | The dramolette describes an event involving a group of ‘vliesvleugelig’ and ‘spinnewielerachtige’ figures and a ‘mimolette’. The piece recalls the marriage of two ‘ja ontiegelijke sufferds’ who tied the knot 58 years ago, speculating about the loss of their souls and the impact on the writer’s spirit. The website offers information about the schedule of Poezieboys’ performances and general information about the ensemble. | Theater → Improvisation 159 | performance 7586 | |
| rodrigoalbornoz.nl | Rodrigo N. Albornoz | The site presents a timeline of Albornoz’s artistic projects from 2009 to 2024, featuring titles exploring themes of behavior, change, identity, and societal observation. It includes an artist statement outlining his commitment to social and political themes, often rooted in his experiences as a migrant. Albornoz utilizes a variety of media, including performance, interactive objects, software, Arduino, and video, aiming to stimulate critical thinking and awareness of social change. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | migration 349 artwork 2248 artist 5745 performance 7586 software 8291 research 8967 | |
| boyswontbeboys.nl | Boys Won’t Be Boys | The movement, recognized with the Winq Culture Award 2024, utilizes theater to make invisible stories visible and present diverse perspectives. By sharing personal stories and breaking down gender norms, Boys Won’t Be Boys creates a connecting space where diversity is celebrated. In 2024, the organization received the Winq Diversity Award for their innovative approach to bringing together the queer and heterosexual communities, and their contribution to diversity in the cultural landscape. | Civic Engagement → Social Activism 73 | emancipation 49 diversity 492 perspective 882 theater 2544 story 8285 | |
| martinlaroche.nl | Astrid Seme Studio | Martín La Roche Contreras, born in Santiago de Chile in 1988, is a visual artist currently residing in Amsterdam. His artistic practice revolves around reassembling existing collections of objects and memories through installations, performances, and publications, utilizing archives as a narrative tool. He is a co-founder of Good Neighbour, an artist-book platform in Amsterdam, focused on art created through words, and a participant in the ‘To See the Inability to See’ project, an anarchival, essayistic, and performative process. La Roche Contreras initiated the Musée Légitime, a museum housed within a hat, and currently showcases ‘Sandplay’ at Reilly Gallery, Smith Center for the Arts, Providence College, Rhode Island, alongside past exhibitions like ‘Memory Palace’ and ‘My Garden's Boundaries Are the Horizon’. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | museum 2002 archive 2067 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 installation 13742 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| marjolijnzwakman.nl | Marjolijn Zwakman | Marjolijn Zwakman works with clients to investigate the impact of releasing systemic regulations and protocols. Her work focuses on identifying lost humanity and quality within systems, as well as the potential for improvement and space. The website offers insight into her oeuvre, including performances, projects, workshops, publications, and drawings, as well as an overview of her clients. | Visual Arts → Drawing 1046 | drawing 1101 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| feedbacksociety.nl | feedbacksociety | The core of the website showcases ‘BrKpCm,’ a performance art piece that leverages a rotating drilling machine to generate dynamic visual effects. A wireless video camera mounted on the drilling machine captures rapidly changing images as the machine rotates. These images are then converted into audio through light sensors, resulting in a unique audiovisual experience. | Live Events → Audio 425 Technology → Robotics & Automation 860 | drilling machine 21 audio 934 image 2605 performance 7586 | |
| philipluschen.nl | Huis Marseille | The archive details events from 2015 to 2025, showcasing projects primarily located in the Netherlands, United States, Brazil, and France. The featured works encompass diverse media including video installations, site-specific performances, and publications, often exploring themes of urban environments and architectural intervention. The projects range from temporary installations in public spaces to permanent artworks and research outputs, highlighting experimental approaches to art and design. | Visual Arts → Video Art 49 | publication 2018 architecture 3223 performance 7586 installation 13742 event 45199 | Zaanstad → Zaandam 2740 |
| jeannetteslutter.nl | Jeannette Slütter | Slütter’s artistic practice is driven by an exploration of systems – both explicit and implicit – and their influence on her work, often within the context of architectural spaces. Her projects frequently utilize a variety of media, including performance, ceramics, glass, photography, and video, responding to specific environments and locations. Notable exhibitions featured on the site include ‘Pointing at Things is the New Writing,’ ‘Labyrint,’ ‘A fragile relationship in a sturdy façade,’ and ‘I found a shortcut through your hedge,’ reflecting her diverse artistic explorations. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | ceramics 1271 glass 2919 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Oisterwijk 1422 |
| hollandsehelden.nl | Hollandse Helden | Hollandse Helden develops and produces documentaries and programs for television, the Internet and film theaters. Several presented programs deal with themes such as debt, care for the disabled, the role of single mothers, dance festivals, friendship, and social issues. The website describes the history of an Amsterdam elementary school with spiritual ideals that were prosecuted. | Popular → Pop 299 | dancer 220 mother 603 debt 717 documentary 1081 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| spinhoven.nl | Bill Spinhoven | Spinhoven’s work utilizes a theremin controlled by a performer’s presence to influence the timing and perspective of projected video, creating a unique and dynamic environment. The ‘Encounter’ series focuses on viewer interaction, featuring a single-person chair that simulates the tension between desired real contact and avoidance of conflict, with the artist represented as a virtual visitor. ‘Your Turn #1’ incorporates a handle-operated light bulb projection that gradually intensifies, adding another layer of interactive engagement within the artwork. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | chair 1223 space 3846 light 5148 video 6714 performance 7586 | |
| tilmann.nl | Tilmann Meyer-Faje | The website presents a diverse collection of Meyer-Faje’s work, including intervention and performance pieces, videoworks, and ceramic sculptures, categorized by location and subject matter. Specific projects highlighted on the site include ceramic fleets of warships and boats exhibited at events like Sundaymorning@ekwc in Oisterwijk, as well as documentation from a Creative Residency in Arita, Japan, and explorations of abandoned architecture. Meyer-Faje’s work also explores concepts such as 'piling until collapse,' construction studies, and the disappearance of industrial buildings, reflecting his interest in urban landscapes and decay. | | architecture 3223 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Oisterwijk 1422 |
| frankkupper.nl | Frank Kupper | Frank Kupper poses questions regarding complex issues like climate change and digitalization and acknowledges that he doesn't have definitive answers himself. The site emphasizes the importance of open and reflective conversations about science and society, with particular attention to how to avoid polarization. Interactive theater and playful reflection are highlighted as methods to promote creative democracy and stimulate dialogue on these topics. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | dialogue 426 science 491 reflection 793 society 1376 theater 2544 | |
| everywhen.nl | Everywhen – challenging time | Everywhen, challenging time is a project by theater makers Britt Bakker and Marjolein Roeleveld that focuses on the subjective experience of time. In 2019, an execution of the project took place in a glass space on platform 1 of Tilburg Central Station, where visitors could contribute to a work of art by leaving their personal stories behind. The project offered performances, public rehearsals and the opportunity to participate in the Songline installation during the execution, which led to a collective image of Tilburg. | Local Life → Local Culture 381 | theater performance 24 performance 7586 story 8285 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| wvonk.nl | Wim Vonk | The site features a collection of installations and projects, including ‘TODAYS FACE’, ‘NOART FASHION 3D’, and ‘Pop up Kapel’. Vonk’s work is currently displayed in several exhibitions and events, such as a duo exhibition with Marja van Putten at Kunstverein Gütersloh, a portrait parade at Kunsthuis Waterland, and installations in locations like the NS station RAI and AITW-HUBSA-AIR in Goes. The website also includes a newsletter signup and provides contact information and a CV, alongside details of past and upcoming exhibitions and events. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | drawings 1329 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Holland → Waterland 796 |
| nicolebeutlerprojects.nl | Nicole Beutler Projects | The collective, led by choreographer Nicole Beutler, develops its own productions and promotes innovative dance, performance, and mime. They organize festivals, laboratories, and a summer academy in Amsterdam, and coach new makers. The website provides information on recent projects, such as open-air performances of ‘NOW WE ARE EARTH,’ premieres, and the sale of merchandise. | | laboratory 478 merchandise 1061 production 4582 | 's-Hertogenbosch → City Center 34 |
| emkeidema.nl | Emke Idema | Emke Idema is a theater maker who develops interactive works that function as living laboratories, exploring the relationship between personal and political issues. The website provides an overview of various projects, including the ‘School of Unlived Worlds’, a nomadic school, and the company game ‘FOREST’. Additionally, meetings and events are announced, such as the ‘School of Unlived Worlds’ in Amsterdam Noord and other projects focused on reflection and imagination. | Social Issues → Participation 1023 | theatermaker 78 laboratory 478 school 7856 | |
| heschatje.nl | Fairspace | The route offers an individual experience where visitors walk through hallways and rooms, encountering actors, audio, and information that illuminate the complexities of sexual intimidation. During, around, and after the route, safety measures are implemented and visitors are encouraged to engage in conversations with experts and each other to find a solution. The project partners with Fairspace, an organization that provides a 5D training to directly support the prevention of sexual intimidation. | Personal Blog → Experiences 74 | intimidation 11 actor 478 conversation 1828 route 3425 safety 5819 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| marleenhendrickx.nl | Marleen Hendrickx | Marleen Hendrickx is a multifaceted artist who works as a theatermaker, performer, dancer, speaker, teacher, model, and intersex activist. Her recent production is inspired by the memoirs of Herculine Barbin and is expected to premiere by the end of 2025. Marleen actively engages with the public and frequently participates in interviews discussing her intersex experiences and her work as a theatermaker. | Theater → Performances 649 | activism 48 performer 62 theatermaker 78 interview 1371 production 4582 | |
| mysthamandersloot.nl | Stories of the Initiators | The website offers stories from experienced individuals, which shed light on the perspectives of both the initiator and the woman with a uterus. A special performance of ‘Stories of the Initiators’ took place at De Condomerie, with an aftermovie in which Mystha Mandersloot has a conversation with Theodoor van Boven about his father. The website and the performance explore the complex emotions, dilemmas, and roles that arise in unwanted pregnancies and the choice to end them. | Pregnancy & Childbirth → Reproduction 36 | explore 10 initiator 17 abortion 36 theater 2544 story 8285 | |
| unders.nl | unders | The artist, referred to as ‘unders,’ has 30 years of experience in music collection and curation, creating emotionally immersive performances incorporating various musical genres. Their performances draw upon a 'language of frequencies' discovered by the artist, giving their life purpose and influencing their artistic direction. The website features information about upcoming events, bookings, and related art projects, alongside social media links. | Performance → Live Music 1612 | bookings 523 instagram 1216 art 3856 performance 7586 music 13170 event 45199 | |
| g-netwerk.nl | G-netwerk | The website catalogs numerous film projects, including documentaries, experimental films, and performance art pieces, organized by events like IDFA and Planet Doc Review. It contains lists of films, trailers, press materials, and other associated media (music, storyboards, dialogue lists), showcasing a diverse range of artistic outputs. The site also documents various artistic initiatives and organizations, such as De Brakke Grond, the Dutch Cocaine Factory, and the EYE Film Institute, highlighting their involvement in film and media projects. | Film → Documentaries 813 | documentary 1081 archive 2067 film 3007 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| itsmoving.nl | itsmoving.nl | The company specializes in creating digital Christmas performances, such as ‘Hope!’. It’s Moving consists of Job and Thessa, who are professional dancers and mimes, and tell stories without words. The company offers programs that can supplement a meeting with a speaker and creative forms, and works nationally and internationally. | Art & Culture → Cultural Services 25 | performance art 12 dancer 220 event 45199 | |
| powerboat-rotterdam.nl | Powerboat | The website describes the GLITCH - GO West event in Rotterdam, where the works of Iris Nieuwenburg and Fokka Deelen are presented in an interactive installation and a live performance. The STADMAAKWEEK event, organized during Cultura Nova in Heerlen, offers urban developers a series of workshops and sessions based on previously developed concepts by Powerboat. The Powerlab Circulair is an ecologically focused project that took place from September to December 2022, aimed at developing innovative ideas for sustainable urban development. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | intervention 283 developer 406 session 1791 concept 3338 installation 13742 | Limburg → Heerlen 2755 |
| roelmeelkop.nl | Roel Meelkop & Marco Douma | The site presents a series of audiovisual works titled ‘In Duration of Time’, exploring the perception of time through visual and auditory elements. It highlights several live performances and installations, including events at PZI, 4bid gallery, Het Archief, and during Art Week 2024 and IFFR. The website also features audio releases like ‘Audio Postcard’ and ‘TRAFO’ alongside the recently released CD ‘Hohmann-Meelkop CD’, documenting collaborations with artists such as Martijn Hohmann and Reinhold Bogaard. | | sound design 122 release 359 performance 7586 installation 13742 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| emmaberentsen.nl | Emma Miriam Berentsen | Emma Berentsen is a performance artist, dramaturge, and teacher based in the Netherlands, working between Amsterdam and other European locations. Her performance work frequently draws upon autobiographical material, transforming it into diverse artistic forms including theatre, performances, and installations. Berentsen’s work explores challenging themes such as mental health, death, and sexual violence, often utilizing conversation as a performative element to engage her audience. | Arts & Culture → Arts Education 323 | theatre 209 teaching 278 conversation 1828 performance 7586 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| justinsamgar.nl | N.V. | Justin Samgar blends poetry, music, and storytelling in his powerful word art. Since 2010, he has performed on various stages, from festivals to corporate events, producing work with both vulnerable and humorous elements. In addition to his performances, he organizes spoken word courses and runs an agency for spoken word artists, believing that stories connect people. | Performing Arts → Spoken Word 27 | spoken word 24 storytelling 641 poetry 665 stage 758 story 8285 music 13170 | |
| performancetechnologylab.nl | Performance Technology Lab | The workshop provides a space for experimenting and research with various technologies, including robots, drones, and AI. The lab organizes various workshops and lab sessions, often in collaboration with other artists and technical experts. The Performance Technology Lab acts as a bridge between artists and technology companies, where both parties work together to develop new applications and effects. | Governance → Cultural Organization 151 | maker 199 experiment 229 stage 758 technology 6816 workshop 19325 | |
| hethuisvanproeven.nl | House of Proving | Sandra Schouten performs her work in various organizations, including social projects and demonstrations. She offers sensory and theatrical interventions aimed at stimulating a different perspective. The website contains information about projects, a newsletter, and contact details for the House of Proving. | | intervention 283 | |
| thenormalheart.nl | Thenormalheart.nl | The website features various categories, such as exercises for beginners, musicals, popular types of theater, and theater etiquette. Information is presented on the societal impact of theater and the role it can play in change. Different theatre genres are mentioned, such as opera, musicals, and street theater. The website offers an overview of mobile theater and the possibility of earning money or renting a mobile theater. | Arts & Culture → Arts Education 323 | street theater 33 improvisation 298 exercises 1058 theater 2544 subscription 3287 music 13170 | |
| tgilay-salomonsoordeel.nl | Salomonsoordeel | The project is inspired by the story of Solomon’s judgment, where King Solomon found an unconventional way to identify the true mother of a baby. The story follows Ilay, an employee at the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service), who, after the rejection of a friend’s asylum application, wants to deeply understand the asylum procedure. Ilay's research takes him to various institutions, including the asylum seekers' centre, the IND and the Amsterdam Court of Justice, where he observes the appeals process for rejected asylum seekers. | Social Issues → Immigration 474 | ind 16 court 999 | |
| radna.nl | Loom | Radna Rumping describes her work as relational and collaborative, focusing on public space, experimental archiving, and exploring themes of visibility. Throughout her career, she has engaged in various projects including co-founding an online radio platform (Ja Ja Ja Nee Nee Nee), hosting radio shows, and participating in residencies at institutions like the Van Eyck Academie. Her recent activities include partnerships at Loom, curatorial programs at ArtEZ Zwolle and the Oude Kerk, and collaborative archiving performances, alongside publishing her work at sofarsoreal.net. | Visual Arts → Curators 13 | radio 1200 writing 1504 archive 2067 performance 7586 collaboration 16036 | The Hague → City Center 445 |
| michielterpelle.nl | Creative Industries Fund NL’s Talent Platform | Jizz Taco utilizes drag performance as a methodological tool to examine themes of queerness, presenting it as a lived experience rather than a subject of study. Her artistic practice involves ritualistic publishing and spellwork through typography, archiving fleeting moments and resisting erasure. Currently, she is a resident artist at the Jan van Eyck Academy, collaborating with Bebe Books, and engaging in ongoing experiments with Artificial Intelligence (AI) through a queer lens, exploring the intersection of identity, authorship, and power. Her work encompasses a series of projects including digital archives of early font design, a complaints bureau for AI discrimination, and explorations of queer memory and fantasy, all designed to challenge conventional notions of creativity and technology. | Data Science & Analytics → Artificial Intelligence 1831 | drag 13 typography 155 experiment 229 memory 1641 archive 2067 ai 2181 | |
| collectiefhetparadijs.nl | Collectief Het Paradijs | Collectief Het Paradijs creates theatrical productions that are characterized by filmic elements and punk theater, using a raw and absurd movement language to explore the banality of daily life. The collection offers diverse performances, including ‘Rebirth Part II. Heaven’ and ‘Rebirth Part I. Hell’, which provide live and sensory experiences to the audience. In addition to performances and merchandise, the collective offers a mime course and has received attention from Theaterkrant.nl and NPO2. | Arts & Culture → Dance 2687 | mime 11 theater 2544 film 3007 performance 7586 energy 9075 | |
| meerstemmigheid.nl | Nederlands Fotomuseum | Guinevere Ras works part-time as a curator at the Nederlands Fotomuseum in Rotterdam, focusing on challenging and supplementing the dominant Western narrative through exhibitions. She was involved in the creation of various exhibitions, including the Dutch Photography Gallery (2021), Verbeelding (2022), and Out of This World | Sanja Marušić (2023). She also works as a freelancer on projects promoting inclusivity and multilingualism in the cultural sector and is the chair of the board of Alien Mag, an online magazine about self-acceptance and empowerment. | Painting → Contemporary Art 805 | curator 81 inclusivity 109 exhibition 5332 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| ulrikedoszmann.nl | Ulrike Doszman | Ulrike Doszman is a dancer and choreographer based in Tilburg, creating performative artworks. Her new performances explore themes such as winter, death, and the ‘Fatboy,’ often with an absurdist and poetic approach. The work balances between humor and tragedy, and utilizes location-based performances and unexpected situations. | Music → Lyrics & Poetry 247 | poetry 665 dance 1834 performance 7586 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| spantcongrescentrum.nl | Spant Congrescentrum | The congress centre features several rooms including theatre halls, sub-sessions halls, foyers and a large outdoor location and provides technical expertise and support for events. Spant Congrescentrum is committed to sustainability, with a CO2-neutral approach and collaborations with top chefs, such as Onno Kokmeijer, and offers fully catered events, such as Magical Stories @ Spant. The congress centre has been active for 50 years in the theatre and congress world and offers flexible spaces and a team of event professionals to organize and realize events. | Venues → Halls 419 | congress center 11 theatre 209 meeting 2381 space 3846 event 45199 | Hoorn → Kersenboogerd 31 |
| loisboomsma.nl | Loïs Boomsma | Loïs Boomsma strives to create maximum impact with minimal expression in her paintings. Her work has been influenced by her childhood, during which she traveled through the Netherlands with her family in an open-air variety show, with circus and theater as recurring themes. The website showcases a collection of her works, including poems, and provides insights into recent exhibitions. | Painting → Contemporary Art 805 | circus 158 poem 1014 memory 1641 landscape 2609 paint 8747 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| rebelact.nl | Amsterdam Rebel Clowns | The website provides information about past and upcoming events, including info nights focusing on the political situation in Egypt, and training sessions for the ‘Rebel Clown Army’. It documents the group’s activities in Egypt, such as the ‘Rebellious Red Nose Recruitment Tour’ and the introduction of the ‘Rebel Clown Army’ in Cairo, Mansoura, and Alexandria. The website also features historical events like interventions at the Zaandam detention centre, highlighting the group’s commitment to humanitarian activism and challenging established power structures. | Politics → Activism 237 | egypt 30 activism 48 clown 109 movement 2304 performance 7586 training 28133 | Zaanstad → Zaandam 2740 |
| marjetzwaans.nl | Marjet Zwaans | The projects include collaborations with various artists, composers, and institutions such as Radius, Buro Stedelijk, Jan van Eyck Academie, and Unfair Amsterdam. Many of the works are multi-media installations, performances, or choral pieces, utilizing diverse materials like porcelain, etching paper, and steel. The website documents performances at locations including Oude Kerk, Marres Maastricht, and during Singapore Art Week, and includes references to online presentations and workshops. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | performance 7586 installation 13742 collaboration 16036 | South-Holland → Delft 5309 |
| gehringenketelaars.nl | Gehring and Ketelaars | Gehring and Ketelaars produce theatrical performances and design customized interventions in collaboration with social organizations. The organization believes in the power of participation and places art in society. The website introduces the theatrical performance ‘VONK’, developed for the disability care sector and focused on the shifting roles of professional, community, and technology. | Social Issues → Participation 1023 | theatrical performance 59 intervention 283 participation 1430 | |
| pretvormer.nl | Pretvormer | Pretvormer organizes performances with magical creatures, equipped with LED lighting, which are also noticeable in the dark. In addition to the performances, creative workshops are also offered to stimulate festive interaction. The company was founded in 2011 by Nina de Jong and Nena Duinmeyer and has a team of enthusiastic performers and makers. | Education & Training → Singing 878 | joy 84 costume 500 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| nanda-art.nl | Nanda Art | Nanda van Alebeek is a versatile artist with a long career in performance art, starting in her childhood and further developed through her education and travels. Her work encompasses various disciplines, including bodypainting, mask-making, choreography, and creating mystical tension in her performances for companies and events. The website provides information about her artworks, workshops, an agenda, a photo gallery, and contact details. | Culture → Cultural Travel 421 | bodypaint 36 art 3856 agenda 4374 travel 7210 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| yarrestooker.nl | YE! Production | Yarre Stooker’s work encompasses a range of mediums such as video-projection, videoloops, animation, drawing, installation art, pre-cinema, magic lantern, performance, short movies, photographs, music, soundscape, theremin, and jawharp. The website features several specific projects including ‘Fundament’ in Den Helder, ‘Tweezijdige struikeling aan de rand van het kader’ in Almere Buiten, and ‘Merge’ at the Inkijk gallery. The site also highlights collaborative projects like ‘a YE! Production’ with Elske Rollema, and a 48-hour film project titled ‘Hart voor de zaak / Taking care of business’. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | animation 1777 performance 7586 music 13170 installation 13742 | Almere → Buitenmere 165 |
| nettygelijsteen.nl | Netty Gelijsteen | Netty Gelijsteen initiates art projects that combine the aesthetic and ethical aspects of life and offer an invitation to participate. She selects titles and concepts for her projects that allow for an adjustment of the relationship with the environment, with participants further filling in these concepts. Through this collaboration between artist and participants, a renewal and enrichment of the aesthetic and moral understanding of the environment is aimed for. | Visual Arts → Curators 13 | participant 1934 concept 3338 space 3846 artist 5745 | Amsterdam → South 1488 |
| bluepelt.nl | Bluepelt | Bluepelt has been organizing LARP sessions based on Werewolf: The Apocalypse for over 20 years, in a dystopian version of Delft. Players take on the role of Garou, werewolves fighting against corruption in a dark setting where supernatural beings manipulate the world. The sessions take place in Lijm&Cultuur in Delft, typically on the third Saturday of the month. | Role-Playing Games → LARP 11 | corruption 27 larp 29 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| marinafotografie.nl | MARINA PRONK at. Mauris Di Serif | The website features a gallery with visual artworks, including photos, sculptures and videos. It presents a variety of disciplines such as low key, high key, devrolijkheid, evolution, lovedance, and wildlife, suggesting a diverse portfolio of artistic expression. The website also includes an agenda, contact information, and information about partners and events, including a newsletter and a list of participants. | Painting → Contemporary Art 805 | wildlife 221 dance 1834 gallery 1983 agenda 4374 music 13170 installation 13742 | North-Holland → Castricum 1387 |
| rooshoffmann.nl | Roos Hoffmann | Roos Hoffmann is an artist with nearly two decades of experience creating art that aims to foster connection and communication. Born in Harlingen, The Netherlands, and currently based in The Hague, she holds advanced degrees in Fine Arts and Philosophy of Arts and Culture. Her work has been exhibited internationally in countries including The Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Italy, Thailand, and the U.S.A., and she has experience as a teacher and curator. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | venue 879 art 3856 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | Friesland → Harlingen 978 |
| johnbreed.nl | JOHN BREED | The site showcases various artistic creations, including pieces named ‘Vouliagmeni,’ ‘Colorfields,’ ‘Lunar Moon,’ and ‘Staffa’ series, suggesting a focus on visual art and possibly sculptural work. There are references to different colors and combinations, such as ‘Golden Mondriaan,’ ‘Box Box Box green,’ ‘Blue, Violence Sea,’ and ‘Black silver circle,’ indicating a strong emphasis on chromatic expression. The website also contains sections like ‘News,’ ‘About,’ and ‘Contact,’ alongside projects and images like ‘THE AP/ART/MENT,’ ‘Naica,’ ‘Staffa behind the work video,’ and various artistic names like ‘Ruby Red Dendriet,’ ‘Obsidian,’ and ‘Maginus,’ suggesting an ongoing artistic process. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | wave 41 box 1982 color 4159 | |
| lolabezemer.nl | Lola Bezemer | The website details ‘Reveal the Stage II,’ a performance that transitioned into an installation exhibited at Zinder in Tiel in 2024, involving performers, textile installations, and a video recording. Another highlighted work is ‘Dancing Through (Un)common Worlds,’ a site-specific installation and performance curated for De Vishal in Haarlem in 2023, featuring textile walls and interactive elements. The website also lists performers involved in the projects and credits photographers and curators for their contributions to the exhibitions and performances. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | textile 1421 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| hiiit.nl | HIIIT | The ‘Battles & Silences’ project transforms war debris from World War I and II into new instruments and music, starting with a bell cast from Ukrainian bullet casings. The performance of ‘Battles & Silences’ combines electronic music with percussion and a text by writer Lisa Weeda reflecting on the origin of the bell. The band ‘Bad Nature’ explores the fundamental connection between humans and nature, with an event planned for September 3, 2025. | Performing Arts → Sound Art 34 | bell 46 instrument 1295 sound 1649 text 2467 music 13170 | |
| merelsmitt.nl | Stichting Merel Smitt | The site features recent posts detailing various projects undertaken by Merel Smitt, including collaborative games like ‘The Womxn Circle,’ community initiatives with the FNV Union and the Salvation Army, and artistic residencies at the Rotterdam Library. Projects like ‘The Waiting City,’ ‘The Launderette Sessions,’ and ‘Over De Bogen’ demonstrate Smitt’s diverse approach to public art and storytelling, often utilizing community spaces and local events. Furthermore, the website highlights initiatives such as ‘how to start a movement x humanistisch verbond,’ exploring themes of grief, loss, and collective action, alongside projects like ‘I WISH I COULD GO ON ONE MORE WALK WITH YOU’ and ‘the Institute of Waiting’. | Anthropology & Sociology → Sociology 454 | waiting 27 residency 100 art 3856 performance 7586 community 7931 | |
| ericavanloon.nl | Erica van Loon | Erica van Loon, based in Amsterdam, describes her artistic practice as involving evocative imagery and explorations of the human psyche. The website features news and an archive of her past projects, including meditations on stress and observations of landscapes within the body. Visitors are encouraged to contact the artist via email or Instagram to inquire about her work and projects. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | archive 2067 artwork 2248 meditation 2400 landscape 2609 artist 5745 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| basicke.nl | NCE CV WERK | The website contains a list of names such as Bas Icke, Michiel ten Horn, and Giancarlo Sánchez. Titles such as 'ZENITH II', 'HALLALI', and 'Van God Los' are mentioned, possibly referring to music projects or artist albums. The website mentions events or locations such as 'Swanenburg Hallali' and 'Chez Nous', indicating events related to the dance community. | Arts & Culture → Dance 2687 | title 114 dance 1834 artist 5745 music 13170 event 45199 | |
| egahuurdeman.nl | EGA Huurdeman | The site showcases various research papers and articles, including peer-reviewed pieces on ‘essay’ as a performative process and ‘artistic research’. It provides overviews of exhibitions, jobs/projects, presentations, and publications, suggesting a multifaceted artistic practice. The website features a series of 'Clipping at Café Chercher' explorations, documenting different artistic concepts and themes through visual and conceptual explorations. | | clip 132 essay 155 exhibition 5332 video 6714 performance 7586 research 8967 | |
| maniquehendricks.nl | Frans Hals Museum | The ‘Here and Now’ event, held on February 21st and 23rd, 2025, at the Frans Hals Museum featured performances, video, installation, and sound art, focusing on blurring the lines between humans, nature, and technology. Manique Hendricks collaborated on the publication ‘What Is An Institute For NightCulture?’ with artist Juha van ’t Zelfde, and co-authored ‘The Art of Drag’ with Maaike Rikhof, reflecting on drag’s history in the visual arts. The ‘The Art of Drag’ exhibition at the Frans Hals Museum explored the historical depiction and celebration of drag, referencing examples from around 1900, such as artists portraying ‘Hartjesdag’ figures and those expressing themselves through drag. | Visual Arts → Art History 449 | drag 13 art history 46 curator 81 publication 2018 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| soundslikejuggling.nl | Sounds Like Juggling | The ensemble creates unique, moving experiences with self-built instruments such as flying shakers and tolling microphones. Their work combines elements of concerts, performances, circustheater, festivals and street art, with the audience actively involved. Sounds Like Juggling works with various partners, including Gaudeamus Muziekweek and De Gelderlandfabriek, and is structurally supported by the Fonds Podiumkunsten. | Genres → Experimental Music 18 | juggling 16 instrument 1295 partner 4272 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| clublam.nl | Stichting Club Lam | Club Lam was founded in 2018 under the leadership of artistic director Marloes IJpelaar, who writes all the theater repertoire, as a response to the need for new works with women in the lead roles. Together with Ella Kamerbeek and Ayla Çekin Satijn, Club Lam creates raw and humorous theater that explores societal stereotypes and turns them upside down, as evidenced by their pieces about Marie Antoinette, Lola, and Sappho. Club Lam’s activities include theater productions, films, meet-ups, a designer gala, a YouTube reality series, and podcasts, aimed at supporting individuals in finding their own authenticity and self-expression. | Civic Engagement → Social Activism 73 | maker 199 woman 1419 repertoire 2497 theater 2544 performance 7586 | |
| n-o-w.nl | NOW | NOW, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, investigates the world around them, focusing on systemic relationships through various artistic practices. The collective’s work encompasses site-specific projects, (lecture) performances, workshops, and installations, often in collaboration with scientists and cultural institutions. Drawing upon expertise in performance, movement, design, coding, and pedagogy, NOW utilizes system thinking as a framework to creatively analyze and respond to complex issues, inspired by the work of Donella H. Meadows. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | thinking 163 movement 2304 performance 7586 collaboration 16036 design 27202 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| merelstolker.nl | Merel Stolker | Merel Stolker, born in 1992 in the Netherlands, develops her art practice around stimulating human contact. The MEREL STOLKER Collectief is involved in various initiatives, including residencies, participation programs, and performances. The website provides access to various artistic projects, such as ‘Part I: Experiential Experts in Love’ and ‘Part II: Relationship Rituals’, as well as performances and archives. | | collective 256 ritual 506 exercises 1058 performance 7586 | |
| zwermers.nl | Zwermers | The project, launched in 2018, investigates the transformative power of clothing ("second skin") and is carried out using various mediums, such as live performances, installations, and video works. Zwermers works cross-disciplinarily and interactively on different variations and compositions of Pan~// Catwalk, seeking collaboration with various groups. The website provides information about the project, including live performance details, installations, a video work, and workshops such as the Dada's Field Expedition Swarming over Assisië. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | identity 1028 performance 7586 clothing 9443 installation 13742 | |
| shellylapre.nl | Shelly Lapré | Shelly Lapré, born in the Netherlands, is inspired by her family history in Indonesia and the impact of World War II and the independence war. By collecting and processing family archives, such as photos, documents, and letters, she creates artworks – including performances, drawings, collages, and paintings – that explore the connection between the past, present, and future of Indonesia. She makes ‘HutKofferKasten’ from authentic hutkoffers to keep the memory of her family history alive for future generations. | Visual Arts → Art History 449 | batik 31 family history 126 artworks 460 archive 2067 | |
| luukweers.nl | Luuk Weers Theater | The website provides insight into Luuk Weers' artistic practice, inspired by the Zhuang Zhou parable about the butterfly. Luuk Weers describes his theatrical work as a journey of discovery of the human body, with an emphasis on sensory experience and breaking conceptual boundaries. The site offers an overview of his artistic ambitions: creating images that evoke personal associations, manipulating time and materials, and exploring the life cycle of humans and the earth. | Education & Training → Singing 878 | performer 62 theatermaker 78 image 2605 body 3490 performance 7586 | |
| cindymoorman.nl | Cindy Moorman | The website lists a series of recurring titles and projects initiated by Cindy Moorman, including 'het Men,' 'het Ik,' 'de Ander(en),' 'de Constructies,' and 'de Objecten,' often presented as scripted gatherings or performances. Various 'the I' and 'the We' series and individual projects, such as 'Alle Maten,' 'de Polonaiselopers,' and 'the Objects,' are documented, showcasing a diverse range of artistic mediums and approaches. The website provides details of specific projects like 'Wegwijzer 2025' and 'Duiding 2025,' suggesting a cyclical and ongoing artistic exploration throughout the years 2016-2025. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | drawing 1101 performance 7586 paint 8747 installation 13742 | |
| hananfaour.nl | Not specified | The website explores themes such as change, identity, and the tension between culture and individuality, as evidenced by projects like ‘Tales of Change’ and ‘Hummusmonologues’. It references events and temporary art exhibitions, including ‘ma festival brug ge’ and ‘wintertuinfestival’. It seems to be a platform for artistic experimentation, storytelling, and the exploration of themes through various mediums, such as art, written works, and digital media. | Writing → Creative Writing 350 | hummus 64 art 3856 story 8285 | |
| linklocatietheater.nl | LINK | The project, called ‘Theater aan De Wiel’, took place in early July and brought the history of Schoonrewoerd to life through stories, songs, and artistic representations performed by local residents. The village association and the LINK foundation worked together on this project, under the guidance of professional theater makers, to strengthen the village community. The theatrical walk is designed to connect residents with each other and with the area, taking into account the different abilities and interests of the participants. | Local History → Place History 41 | nature reserve 339 walk 2161 theater 2544 history 7286 story 8285 | Delft → Delftse Hout 24 |
| titiabouwmeester.nl | Titia Bouwmeester | The website describes several projects, including ‘GRONDPROEVEN’ (1, 2, 3), culinary music theater pieces about farms in transition, with a focus on various locations such as Holwerd, Almere, and Strijen. Titias work includes site-specific performances in locations like the Bijlmerbajes, Harlingen, and the United Heerlen, exploring themes such as waiting, courage, and the state of society. There are also mentions of international projects such as Coastal change in a new perspective in Godrevy (UK) and Dairy farmers’ blood ties in Neihuizum, as well as previous theater productions in locations like HaarlemOost and Aartswoud. | Fine Dining & Gastronomy → Gastronomy 599 | culinary 199 theater 2544 farm 2622 performance 7586 story 8285 | Northeast-Friesland → Holwert 83 |
| viola.nl | Viola Van Alphen | The site explores the concept of ‘being yourself to the fullest’ and ‘feeling free’ through artistic endeavors. It highlights Viola’s involvement in various artistic projects and performances, including a film about prostitutes at the WorldExpo in Bangkok, performances in Tokyo and Berlin, and VJ sets at festivals and exhibitions. The website also documents her academic achievements, receiving an MSc MBA diploma, and features her work displayed in an exhibition at Planetart in Enschede and Sarajevo, Bosnia. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | film 3007 art 3856 exhibition 5332 video 6714 performance 7586 photography 9503 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| babok.nl | Belangenvereniging Buitentheater | Babok researches the relationships between performers, objects, and the audience to create performances that encourage improvisation and interaction. The performances are presented in the existing environment and are accessible to a diverse audience of all ages and backgrounds. In 2022, Babok will present several performances, including ReFlex, PolderCoaster, Elander and Bennie Alleen. | | performer 62 object 270 audience 901 theater 2544 performance 7586 | |
| dehbs.nl | HBS | The HBS is located in a historical building on the ‘s-Gravendijkwal in Rotterdam, formerly a higher citizen’s school, and now used by professional artists in the performing arts sector. The platform offers a diverse program including music, dance, and other forms of performing arts, inviting visitors to experience the diversity of the residents. The HBS promotes talent development and community building through blogs and events such as the HBS Fest, which opens with a ceremony by Alderman Kasmi. | | maker 199 dance 1834 artist 5745 music 13170 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| marie-claire-krell.nl | MC Krell | The website details several exhibitions featuring artists such as Andrea Karle, Amanda Gorman, Martha Cooper, Greta Thunberg, and Marjanesatrapi, often exploring themes of suspense, literature, and social activism. Exhibitions have been held in diverse locations including Ludwigturm in Duisburg, Transport Artspace in Maastricht, Parc de la Boverie in Liège, and Fondazione Baruchello in Rome, demonstrating a wide geographic reach. The content includes exhibition dates, locations, artist names, and brief descriptions of the themes explored, frequently referencing collaborations and artistic movements such as appropriation art and feminism. | Galleries & Exhibitions → Exhibitions 1083 | storytelling 641 theme 4015 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 installation 13742 collaboration 16036 | Maastricht → Maastricht-Centrum 127 |
| dethuisreiziger.nl | The Home Traveler | The Home Traveler is a performance for one or two people that takes the user on magical journeys through a box, transforming the living room into a theater. The performance originated in 2020 from Miriam Overlach’s desire to create an offline performance for her home-bound audience, in collaboration with artists such as Wilbert Bulsink, Willem Wits, and Elze van den Akker. The website describes the workings of the concept, where the user builds scenes using props, costumes, and music, and simultaneously acts as a performer, audience member, sound technician, and director. | Theater → Improvisation 159 | scene 47 box 1982 theater 2544 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| paulgeelen.nl | National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea | The primary content consists of a digital film titled 'Exercise / Exorcism' (2024), a 5’56” loop presented in 4K and showcasing the artist's exploration of movement and control. Alongside the film, the site features excerpts from related essays like 'How to Ride the Blade' and explores Geelen's past projects including works like 'Umbilical Whiplash' and 'Slime Cable'. The website also includes a CV and contact information, along with references to Geelen's participation in the MMCA Residency Catalogue '23 and his conceptual projects like 'Dream Tripper' and 'The Distance'. | Visual Arts → Video Art 49 | blade 73 essay 155 exercise 706 film 3007 | |
| thelux.nl | The Lux | The Lux provides a diverse range of services, including theater performances, concerts, parties, weddings, as well as a restaurant and a congress center. The company is located in Zeewolde, the youngest town in the Netherlands, and boasts a unique location overlooking the harbor. The Lux offers facilities such as a Grand-Café, meeting rooms, and audiovisual services, and keeps visitors informed via social media and a news section. | Cafes → Grand Cafés 228 | congress center 11 theater performance 24 audiovisual 124 restaurant 11215 event 45199 | Flevoland → Zeewolde 1243 |
| wesselklootwijk.nl | wesselklootwijk | Wessel Klootwijk is a Rotterdam-based artist with a background in construction, specializing in capturing fleeting moments in language and translating his inspiration into various art forms, such as poetry, prose, and spoken word. His work is diverse and includes collaborations with various cultural institutions and festivals, such as St. Poetry International Rotterdam and the Kunsthal Rotterdam. The website showcases examples of his work, particularly his poetry on glass plates and describes his involvement in various projects and collectives. | Performing Arts → Spoken Word 27 | collective 256 poetry 665 stage 758 writing 1504 story 8285 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| teodoraionescu.nl | Teodora Ionescu | The site features a diverse portfolio of Ionescu's work, including art installations, drawings, and performance art pieces, organized into thematic sections. Recurring motifs in her work include the growth of roots, the exploration of public space, and the integration of sound and movement, as demonstrated in projects like ‘Er groeien wortels uit mijn muren’ and ‘One song one drawing-sound and movement transcriptions.’ The website provides information about the artist’s background, artistic statement, and curriculum vitae, offering a comprehensive overview of her practice. | Visual Arts → Drawing 1046 | art installation 10 performance art 12 curriculum vitae 40 collage 262 drawings 1329 | |
| vorthuys.nl | Daniel Vorthuys | The website displays a range of Vorthuys' artistic endeavors, including performance installations, film installations, and script archives. A key project highlighted is ‘CORSET DRAMA (2024)’, a performance installation exploring themes of breath, movement, desire, and sexuality through the use of corsets and modern dance techniques. ‘LA PETITE FADETTE (2024)’ is a film installation that investigates fashion, gender, and repression, featuring a cast of characters and a musical score. | Arts → Film 3972 | collaboration 16036 | |
| studio-tom.nl | Studio Tom | The studio specializes in ‘Light Instruments,’ which are unique dynamic light effects that differ significantly from traditional musical instruments, lacking established composition methods or genres. Beyond creating these instruments, Studio Tom also produces dedicated art installations using diverse techniques such as sculpting, ceramics, electronics, and software, often in interdisciplinary collaborations. The website features a portfolio of past projects, including light instruments for sale, installations for venues, and workshops on composing for light instruments, alongside information about the founder, Tom Bergman, and his background as a Principal Scientist. | Painting → Digital Art 820 | art installation 10 light 5148 workshop 19325 | |
| monkibusiness.nl | Monki Business | Monki Business is currently developing a new, large project called Uitkijkers, a performance and socially artistic project with a premiere in 2026. The collective is known for combining circus and theatre and aims to deliver a hopeful message. Current and upcoming performances, including 60% Banana, are presented, with details about locations and dates. | Performing Arts → Comedy 214 | optimism 26 circus 158 theatre 209 performance 7586 | |
| blaze.nl | Blaze | the fire within | The website offers fire spinning workshops and fire shows, catering to small groups and available on location. Paul van den Eijnden and Angelique, with 14 and 13 years of experience respectively, provide training and emphasize safety when working with fire. The website describes fire spinning as an art form involving the misting and igniting of special oil to create various flames, from small to large, and also features fire magic attributes and poi demonstrations. | Social & Events → Event Entertainment 92 Lifestyle → Events 32475 | fire show 22 fire 429 safety 5819 workshop 19325 | |
| noornuyten.nl | Noor Nuyten | The archive categorizes Nuyten’s projects, including works like ‘Digital Deluge,’ ‘Screentime,’ and ‘Digital Dust,’ which primarily utilize screens, swipes, and wall objects. Several projects explore performative objects and concepts such as space-time, clocks, and collective experiences, exemplified by works like ‘Waving the Future’ and ‘Beat of a Landscape.’ The archive also lists commissioned works, including ‘Golden Mountain - NFF,’ ‘Commission Rijksoverheid,’ and ‘A Body’s Time,’ alongside projects like ‘iPhone 4s’ and ‘Offline Timer’. | Digital Art → Interactive Art 13 | collective 256 commission 609 screen 1438 | |
| ninathibo.nl | Nina Thibo | The website contains information about Nina Thibo’s artworks and writings, including Live Cinema Performance, Object/Space Inventory, and the 'I’m Sorry' series. The 'I’m Sorry' series is based on personal observations and experiences and aims to reduce the distance between the artist and the viewer. A fragment of an article discusses a story about Claudio in Las Vegas, detailing the handling of suicides and the involvement of an anonymous bus. | Literature → Non-Fiction 519 | observation 248 series 644 writing 1504 art 3856 performance 7586 story 8285 | |
| fabricatie.nl | Fabrication | The website discusses the performance SPLIJTING, which focuses on unlikely scenarios and ‘enlightened pessimism’ to improve decision-making. The report provides an overview of an excursion around a nuclear power plant in Zeeland, featuring artworks by Poppy Jackson and Canilla, and a nuclear sci-fi film by Dani Ploeger. The website describes the work of Poppy Jackson, who focuses on the female body, and Canilla, a Norwegian sound artist who combines electronic devices and sounds with found materials and parts from her accordion collection. | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | nuclear power plant 11 industrial 156 landscape 2609 artist 5745 performance 7586 | Zeeland → Borsele 616 |
| ronjagers.nl | Ron Jagers | The website showcases recent work by Ron Jagers, ranging from portraits and street scenes to 3D photography and reconstructions. There's a focus on specific projects and exhibitions, such as 'The Wall of Lamentations', 'The Black Madonna', 'Memory' and 'Art Guerrilla'. The site also contains information about publications, lectures, CVs and contact details, as well as information about the artist Gerard de Kleijn and curator Robbert Roos. | Graphic Arts → Graffiti 189 Public & Street Art → Street Art 163 | reconstruction 89 publication 2018 portrait 3685 performance 7586 photography 9503 | Edam-Volendam → Volendam 948 |
| susanbink.nl | Susan Bink | Susan Bink creates various forms of art, including sculptures and installations, and offers workshops. She researches creative processes where 'nothing' is the basis, often in collaboration with other artists, such as Susi Rosenfeld. The website includes links to previous projects and an artist statement outlining Bink's artistic philosophy: stimulating wonder and discovery through her work. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | wonder 59 sculpture 1440 performance 7586 research 8967 installation 13742 | |
| noamben-jacov.nl | Noam Ben-Jacov | Ben-Jacov’s work is rooted in personal experiences, anecdotes, and observations, translated into sculptural forms and reliefs. He describes his process as a ‘search’ and focuses on capturing the atmosphere of his experiences, both as a viewer and participant in his own journey. The artist frequently utilizes a wooden model named Leo as an aid in the complex creation process of his body sculptures, highlighting the technical challenges involved. | Visual Arts → Contemporary Sculpture 32 | sculpture 1440 atmosphere 5591 | |
| firmakluit.nl | Firma Kluit | Firma Kluit consists of Marije Uijtdehaage and Arianne van Boxmeer. The company creates performances and theatrical installations characterized by poetic texts and intimate, stimulating designs. Firma Kluit works on gesamtkunstwerke, where text and image enhance each other and invite the audience to an active, imaginative experience. | Social Issues → Participation 1023 | public 79 text 2467 performance 7586 installation 13742 design 27202 | |
| lonnekedort.nl | Lonneke Dort | Lonneke Dort is a Dutch artist known for her cynical and stimulating perspective on themes and her strong lyrics. She has won several awards, including the AKF Sonneveldprijs Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival in 2017, and has been frequently mentioned in the press for her dry humor and mime skills. The website contains information about her EPs, singles, interviews, and other relevant events from her career, with recent releases such as ‘Wat mij betreft’ and ‘Kluizenaar’. | Popular → Singer-Songwriter 262 | clip 132 ep 163 lyrics 260 humor 353 award 642 interview 1371 | |
| wimkonings.nl | N.V. | Wim Konings is both an artist and a performer. He wrote a book about his experiences around the Rotterdam Coolsingel. The website offers a comprehensive digital overview of the oeuvre of Wim Konings, which has existed since the 1970s and is very diverse. Wim Konings lives and works in Rotterdam and is also a postal worker. He was selected by Elmgreen & Dragset for the performance ‘It’s Never Too Late to Say Sorry’. | Sculpture → Visual Arts 4165 | oeuvre 66 artist 5745 performance 7586 book 11396 | |
| nomoclub.nl | NoMo Club | The NoMo Club originated from the ‘No Kidding’ theatre project by Julika Marijn, which explores the complexities of life without children. The club provides an inspiring and supportive space for ‘NoMo’s’ (women without children) to connect, share experiences, and embrace their individuality. The NoMo Club has gained attention through various media, including an appearance on Eva Jinek's talkshow and a performance featuring prominent NoMo role models. | Societal Change → Social Movements 114 | role model 36 theater 2544 performance 7586 story 8285 | |
| aboveasbelow.nl | aboveasbelow | The platform’s core activity involves developing projects designed to have a reciprocal effect on both the art world and society. The organization particularly concentrates on the issue of capitalism and separation, seeking to establish ‘imagination spaces’ for post-capitalist behaviors. Collaborations with local communities and community workers are central to their approach, focusing on translating imagined concepts into practical collective actions. | Societal Change → Social Movements 114 | imagination 181 society 1376 participation 1430 art 3856 community 7931 | |
| joriekerottier.nl | deroofprintpers | The residency will take place from August 11th and run for two weeks, in collaboration with WijZijnDeZeeuwseKunsten and Jeroen Witvliet. A presentation of artwork on paper, seaweed, and other salvaged materials will be visible 24/7 through the windows of the Stuurhut. The project ‘B is a Book’ is being developed in collaboration with deroofprintpers, utilizing leftover threads from Elly Cornelisse and paper. | Visual Arts → Fine Art 322 | residency 100 thread 107 drawings 1329 emotion 2169 installation 13742 | Terneuzen → Western Scheldt 66 |
| djempol.nl | Theater Djempol | The theater presents various performances, including ‘Warm’, a production exploring family history through shadow projections and sound effects. Djempol also organizes workshops, such as ‘Pesta Boneka’ and ‘Wayang mini’, aimed at children. The theater is currently seeking a treasurer and has recent news about appearances on Route47. | | family history 126 sound 1649 theater 2544 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| wijzijnbastaard.nl | Bastaard | The project organizes a series of events, including film screenings, spoken word performances, and theater productions, aiming to encourage the public to look at people differently. A central component is the documentary ‘I am a bastard’, which tells stories about individuals who feel out of place in society, such as Ahmet Polat and Rashif El Kaoui. Bastaard has participated in events at locations such as De Meervaart and has been selected for several awards, including the Golden Calf Competition of the Netherlands Film Festival. | Social Issues → Diversity 441 | spoken word 24 documentary 1081 theater 2544 film 3007 event 45199 | Eersel → Knegsel 1359 |
| peperkamp.nl | Peperkamp | The website contains no curriculum vitae or extensive documentation of Peperkamp’s works. Peperkamp explains that his generation is the last where life wasn't detailed and that the trend of digital documentation and storing of experiences is increasing. He resists the idea of a complete digital archiving of human existence and chooses to present his work in the form of sharp, conceptual text. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | artwork 2248 text 2467 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| mime-fullness.nl | Mime-fullness | The program combines mime corporel technique with manual physiotherapy, focusing on increasing awareness and control of motor function, such as walking and weight shifting. Since 2015, Sjoerd Schwibettus has been researching emotional expressions in the face and posture of the spine, in collaboration with various universities and art academies. The spine is described as the ‘keyboard of the body’ and plays a crucial role in the expression of movement and identity. | Rehabilitation → Occupational Therapy 380 | motorics 10 mime 11 spine 125 posture 548 movement 2304 physiotherapy 4688 | |
| lennartcreutzburg.nl | Lennart Creutzburg | Lennart Creutzburg, born in Breda in 1994, is a visual artist currently residing and working in Helsinki, Finland, and previously in Tilburg, Netherlands. His artistic practice utilizes a range of mediums including cut-out constructions, mixed-media sculptures, installations, frottage drawings, and performances, reflecting on human connection to the environment. Recent notable works showcased on the website include sculptures like 'Oculus' and 'Papaver Pollution', installations such as 'An-Otherworldly Whim' and 'as rhizomes whisper', and presentations in group exhibitions and solo shows across Finland and Estonia. | | sculpture 1440 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| gillendekeukenprins.nl | The Gillende Keukenprins | The performance, created by Bram Graafland, combines various disciplines, including theater, circus, and rock music, and centers around the creation of a pancake. Bram Graafland has performed in 26 different countries over the past years, including festivals and rock festivals in Spain, Poland, and the Netherlands, and is honored to be playing his 600th performance. The performance is supported by festivals such as the ILT Festival in Denmark and the Teszt Theatre Festival in Romania, and it is an international production encompassing diverse cultures and genres. | Orchestras & Bands → Orchestras 1553 | pancakes 568 cooking 801 decor 945 theater 2544 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| robbertkamphuis.nl | Robbert Kamphuis | The website features a portfolio of diverse artworks, including landscapes, abstract works, and series, such as a series of Lidl herring. Robbert Kamphuis has worked on various projects, including a branding challenge for students, an inspiration magazine about St Malo, and a logo for the Wageningen Cultural Summer. Additionally, the website presents various awards and projects, such as a poem by Ivanka de Ruijter, a commemorative book for the Piekschool, and the nomination of Wageningen’s library ('bblthk') as the best library in the Netherlands. | Visual Arts → Drawing 1046 Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | objects 426 library 988 poem 1014 paintings 3907 logo 4660 | Gelderland → Wageningen 1949 |
| stefanbelderbos.nl | Stefan Belderbos | Stefan Belderbos creates various artworks, such as the installations ‘Performance Witter dan Sneeuw,’ ‘Panorama Klei van de Krim,’ and ‘Church of Clay.’ His work also includes performance art, such as the ‘End of a climate activist’ performance, and events like the ‘Art Walk Pingjum’ and the ‘24 Hours Victorius Church.’ The website documents various projects, including ‘Skûlje’ and ‘Dy full of dreams,’ reflecting his artistic focus on landscape and religious themes. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | performance art 12 clay 495 ritual 506 installation 13742 | Southwest-Friesland → Pingjum 43 |
| lucilanovoa.nl | Dutch Art Institute | Lucie Draai, born in 1979 in Bogotá, Colombia, is currently based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and pursuing a Master of Fine Art Praxis at the Dutch Art Institute. The website highlights a range of Nova’s artistic projects including ‘Read My World’ a text reflecting on reclaiming her Colombian surname as a decolonial act during the 2024 Read My World Festival in Amsterdam. The website also features a diverse collection of works such as ‘The sorting center,’ ‘sci~fi landscape for love,’ ‘Metropolis M,’ and ‘Caring Together in Decolonial Healing,’ indicating an exploration of diverse concepts. | Painting → Contemporary Art 805 | artwork 2248 text 2467 festival 3804 artist 5745 performance 7586 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| projectrijs.nl | Project Rijs | The story begins with a meeting between a client, a psychologist, and a manual therapist, all struggling to feel control over their lives and bodies. The website describes a process of self-reflection, change, and challenging traditional systems, with a focus on movement and finding a personal path, both physically and socially. The project emphasizes that it's not about traditional therapy, but rather exploring the meaning of personal experiences and sharing them, and how this can contribute to a greater whole. | Culture → Cultural Travel 421 | self-determination 24 journey 701 woman 1419 therapy 7448 story 8285 collaboration 16036 | |
| deversplintering.nl | The Versplintering | The project is based on a journey with videos, where the title and sections were determined by the I Ching, a Chinese oracle book, resulting in the title ‘The Fragmentation’. The initial productions were developed based on improvisations and filmed on a Sunday afternoon, with increased use of video editing software and learning the necessary techniques. The project emphasizes the pleasure and inspiration of the process, where the speed of achieving visible results is less important than the reflective nature. | Theater → Cabaret 358 | improvisation 298 texts 1218 theater 2544 video 6714 technology 6816 | |
| wtf0.nl | Alex van Giersbergen | The site details several projects inspired by the artist's residency on Örö, particularly the audiovisual compositions based on natural sounds and movements within the local ecosystem. It also highlights past performances, including footage from the Lofoten Sound Art Symposium and the opening of Art Fair Suomi 2019, with contributions from Ann Rosén. Recent projects and collaborations, such as the work with Marloes van Son and the development of a self-learning sequencer for the SOPI course, are documented on the site, alongside updates on the Strings exhibition. | Digital Art → Interactive Art 13 | string 110 visuals 207 performance 7586 | |
| sportmonologen.nl | Sportmonologen | ‘Sportmonologen’ is a theatrical performance of approximately 30 minutes consisting of two parts, featuring former athletes delivering monologues about their lives. The performance takes place on a dark stage with a white projection screen displaying a question mark, with the athletes dressed in competition attire and functioning as sports commentators. The athletes share personal stories, often with keywords on the screen and sound fragments, to confront the audience. | Lifestyle → Sports 43800 | projection screen 17 monologue 19 stage 758 | |
| danielledavidson.nl | Daniëlle Davidson | Daniëlle Davidson is a performance artist who paints, draws, and creates live art performances. Her performances often combine paint, ink, video mixers, music, poetry, and spoken word and take place in various locations. She also offers ink workshops and regularly works on projects, such as 'A Diary of Love', inspired by a diary from 1933. | | paintings 3907 video 6714 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| theatergroepwanrooy.nl | Wanrooy | The website describes Wanrooy's artistic style as ‘stroking the heart and pricking the soul’, characterizing his theatrical productions. The productions confront audiences with personal themes such as love, religion, and loss, promising an ‘rollercoaster of emotions’ and deep insights. The website informs about the duration of the performance (90 minutes) and the intended impact on the audience: an intense, emotional experience leading to personal growth. | | theatrical production 26 poetry 665 emotion 2169 | |
| lolaschot.nl | cargo.site | Lola Schot is a contemporary artist born in 1998, currently based in Tilburg, Netherlands, whose practice focuses on exploring everyday rituals and sensory experiences through performance, installation, and sculpture. Her work frequently encourages tactile engagement, balancing delicacy with invitation and often emphasizing a tension between the two. Upcoming events include performances and walks in Tilburg, as well as continued work at her shared workspace, Square1. Recent projects include ‘Ferrie’s zoektocht,’ a collaborative audio work with Jilles Feij using found sounds, and ‘In Meeting You,’ a performative installation involving body and material that examines relationships with everyday objects and the tension between beauty and overconsumption. | | audio 934 sculpture 1440 performance 7586 installation 13742 | North-Brabant → Eindhoven 11845 |
| jaft.nl | JAFT dewoordenwordenbluesbende | JAFT, which stands for ‘musical, theatrical, poetry’, originated from the combination of poetry and music, particularly the Dutch-language poetry of Frans de Birk. The project has grown with the involvement of musicians such as Arie Gresnigt and Jan, who combine poetry and music in a unique artistic experience. JAFT has won several awards, including the Public Prize at the Utrecht Small Arts Festival 2014, highlighting their success and quality. | Music → Lyrics & Poetry 247 | poetry 665 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| secondhausofwhom.nl | S.H.O.W. | The collective strives to address the lack of true queer safe spaces in Tilburg and establish locations where queer artists and art forms can flourish. The website describes a focus on various art forms such as drag, visual art, film, music, theatre, and literature, highlighting the need for a place where people can be themselves without restraint. Part of the text explores the symbolism of the color blue, which originally encompassed two colors in the rainbow flag, and how the author’s personal associations with this color have evolved. | Forums & Communities → Social Networks 527 | drag 13 collective 256 space 3846 art 3856 safety 5819 | |
| navertellers.nl | De Navertellers | De Navertellers, consisting of Eddie, Kees, Paul, Rob, Terts and Toon, have come together after fifty years and specialize in creating musical programs about death and returning to earth. The group has a deep knowledge of Magere Hein, a figure they have overcome, cherished, and with whom they have a pleasant anecdotal relationship, resulting in unique anecdotes. De Navertellers are an eternal group, with new members taking the place of departed members, such as Thijs van der Poll, who has recently been hired and can entertain the audience. | Genres → Alternative Music 21 | death 356 dance 1834 performance 7586 | |
| roelofpothuis.nl | I/O | The ‘Alice’ installation is an interactive space where visitors engage in a dialogue with the environment. The performance ‘The First’, written by Spinvis, will premiere in Amsterdam. The production ‘Enemy of the People’ is in development at I/O and will be shown from June 24th at the Kemphaan city farm in Almere. | Music → Classical Music 1015 | ensemble 546 audience 901 performance 7586 installation 13742 | Flevoland → Almere 7765 |
| i-d-e.nl | I-D-E | I-D-E’s creative work is inspired by the human and their everyday peculiarities. His works are characterized by eclectic, humorous, and energetic music and performance, reflecting his background as a folk violinist and a guitarist. The website serves as a portfolio for I-D-E’s diverse works and offers a glimpse into his artistic world. | Health & Wellness → Professions 50 | signature 60 performer 62 idea 2367 work 3122 music 13170 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| allejong.nl | Alle Jong | Alle Jong has presented solo exhibitions at various locations, including the Drents Museum and the Drawing Center Diepenheim, exploring themes of history, life, and time. His artistic practice encompasses drawing, performance art, and video games, as demonstrated by works like 'Drawing: Against the border of darkness' and 'Performance: The historical sensation'. Notable projects include reconstructing a turf hut facade and creating an art installation at Château de Versailles incorporating a portrait of Horace Vernet's daughter. | Visual Arts → Fine Art 322 | video game 42 turf 61 drawing 1101 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | Hof van Twente → Diepenheim 200 |
| stichtingpolly.nl | Stichting Polly | The foundation makes art installations, such as ‘Head Factory’ and ‘Conversation Device’, designed to encourage visitors to reflect, imagine, and interact. The devices, including filmstrippers, postal service simulations, and ‘sleep’ installations, are often used at cultural events, festivals, and museums and are accessible to a wide audience. The foundation was founded by Anneke, Judit, and Aart Jan and offers unique and unexpected experiences that challenge and entertain people. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | device 698 conversation 1828 installation 13742 | |
| sebe.nl | Sebe Emmelot | Sebe Emmelot presents himself as a visual and performance artist with a wide range of skills and experience. The website states that Sebe has worked with various reputable media and organizations, including newspapers, magazines, festivals, and government agencies. The website offers opportunities to schedule appointments or discuss project possibilities via email or phone. | Arts & Culture → Art Education 594 | speaker 1481 illustration 2447 instructor 3126 artist 5745 coach 25810 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| marevankoningsveld.nl | CBK Groningen | Mare van Koningsveld is involved in a project titled "De Kracht van de Tuinsteden", organized by artist Pernille Lonstrup, which combines art, architecture, and theatre to change the perspective of inhabitants in garden environments. She previously served as curator and project director for the Groningen Cultural Embassy, a collaborative initiative between the Municipality and Province of Groningen, featuring presentations of six Groningen-based artists. Van Koningsveld's experience includes curating independent exhibition projects and collaborating with various organizations such as Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen, the Municipality of Groningen, and Valletta European Capital of Culture 2018, indicating her diverse portfolio and influence in the cultural sector. | Visual Arts → Curators 13 | curator 81 art 3856 culture 3922 exhibition 5332 | South-Holland → Leiden 7089 |
| expeditieratterdam.nl | Expeditie Ratterdam | Expeditie Ratterdam organizes annual expeditions that promote a dialogue between humans and rats, offering various perspectives on this relationship. The expeditions take place at various locations in Rotterdam and Vlaardingen, including Het Belhuis and the Natural History Museum Rotterdam. The website provides information about upcoming expeditions, practical information about participation (including costs and registration procedures) and refers to the world rat day. | Nature → Zoology 180 | rat 140 expedition 227 participant 1934 | Voorne aan Zee → Brielle 613 |
| roosvanberkelprojecten.nl | Roos van Berkel | Roos van Berkel's artistic practice focuses on using repetition and minimal change to raise awareness of the environment, drawing inspiration from exact sciences. Her projects include interactive installations and performances, such as ‘Lehmer’s Dance’ and ‘BLINK…and sync,’ which utilize EEG sensors and light instruments. The website’s design and creation are credited to Emile Zeldenrust, highlighting a collaborative artistic endeavor. | Arts & Culture → Dance 2687 | robot 423 science 491 dance 1834 technology 6816 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| ledirecteur.nl | Le Directeur Entertainment | The company creates bespoke interactive performances and experience rooms centered around themes like burlesque, fetish, and clownesque. Their repertoire includes characters like Mr. Vibes, The Gasoline Bar, and The Royal Parade, all custom-designed for client needs. Contact information and project details are available, including an address, phone number, email address, and registration number. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | character 449 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| adfundumbornerbroek.nl | Ad Fundum Bornerbroek | The project 'Het Gemis' is a unique musical storytelling about freedom, inspired by the coronavirus pandemic and consisting of music by Hans Barkel, texts by Marijke Agterbosch, and supported by dance and visual arts. The website promotes various events where 'Het Gemis' is performed, including on May 5th at the St. Stephanuskerk in Bornerbroek and on May 6th at the Simon and Judaskerk in Ootmarsum. In addition to the events, the website offers information about the history of Ad Fundum (50 years), the search for new singers and soloists, and audio and photo fragments of previous concerts. | Arts & Culture → Arts Subjects 64 | visual art 136 texts 1218 dance 1834 choir 3123 music 13170 event 45199 | Hof van Twente → Delden 442 |
| elkyrosagerritsen.nl | Elky Rosa | Elky Rosa Gerritsen is an artist working at the intersection of theater, performance, and visual art, creating physically sensory performances and installations. Her work is focused on stimulating a judgment-free encounter and postponing judgments among the audience through sensory experiences and conversations with the environment. Elky Rosa has been researching the phenomenon of 'Ballast' in recent years and is preparing a concluding multi-disciplinary performance called 'Palimpsest'. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | space 3846 performance 7586 research 8967 installation 13742 | |
| iamair.nl | IAMAIR | IAMAIR’s primary goal is to create innovative experiences within cultural institutions by co-creating narratives with artists and performers, fostering connections between these institutions and diverse communities. The agency challenges traditional power dynamics in cultural institutions by positioning artists and audiences as key knowledge creators, aiming to bridge the gap between culture and society. IAMAIR utilizes site-specific role-play performances to blur the lines between fiction and reality, encouraging spontaneous engagement and research within cultural spaces. | Anthropology & Sociology → Cultural Studies 69 | narrative 119 audience 901 artist 5745 performance 7586 | |
| vriendenpodiumkunstenbreda.nl | Stichting Vrienden Podiumkunsten Breda | The organization provides material and network support to creative and innovative makers in dance, theater, spoken word, performance, music and acrobatics. Since 1880, the Friends of the Performing Arts Breda has been promoting the performing arts in the city, originally as an association that owned Stadsschouwburg Concordia. The foundation, formerly ‘Stichting Vrienden van het Chassé Theater’, is now independent and supports both theaters and performing artists in the region. | Theater → Musical Theater 307 Arts & Culture → Dance 2687 | initiator 17 performing arts 39 theater 2544 region 5412 | North-Brabant → Breda 9003 |
| daniellebrans.nl | Danielle Brans | Her work investigates the relationship between physical and emotional duality, often involving self-imposed constraints like blindfolding or hanging from a harness to confront internal barriers. Brans incorporates ceremonial elements through her choices of clothing and objects, reflecting on personal experiences and life patterns. The website showcases a portfolio of her performances, including events in Amsterdam, Nijmegen, and expositions at venues like Unexposed/Exposed in Weurt and the Kunstroute in Beuningen. | Sculpture → Visual Arts 4165 | harness 84 emotion 2169 body 3490 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 clothing 9443 | Beuningen → Weurt 104 |
| alsjeeenlandschapwas.nl | Vitapagié | The performance combines music, recitation, and visual arts to demonstrate the power of Vasalis’ poems. Four young artists (Kristján Martinsson, Chieko Donker Duvis, Salomé Roodenburg) interpret the poetry in a novel way using jazz, classical music, and free improvisation. The premiere of the performance takes place on October 16th at Theater Mascini in Amsterdam, with further dates in Amsterdam. | Theater → Performances 649 | visual art 136 poem 1014 theater 2544 artist 5745 performance 7586 music 13170 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| stichtingstilstaan.nl | Stichting Stilstaan | The foundation creates performances in various settings, such as theaters, festivals, libraries, and exhibition spaces, where objects play a central role. The foundation’s artworks and projects invite viewers to look at the world with a different perspective and discover hidden aspects. The foundation was founded by Bram van Helden, a former magician who developed into an artist, working with theater, installations, and visual arts, often with a focus on slowness and spaciousness. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | objects 426 theater 2544 space 3846 art 3856 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| basholzhauskunst.nl | Bas Holzhaus | Bas Holzhaus is a copywriter and writer with 25 years of experience who also works as an artist. He creates various artworks, including objects and illustrations, primarily made from recycled metal sourced from machines, appliances, and thrift stores. The website also offers opportunities for commissioned artwork, for example, for businesses or personal gifts. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | objects 426 commission 609 recycling 1036 metal 1090 artwork 2248 illustration 2447 | |
| marijtjevanderhorst.nl | Marijtje van der Horst | The website offers access to the books 'The Death Unveils Love' and 'The Smile in My Back of My Head', which reflect the artistic reflections of Marijtje van der Horst. Artwork, including paintings, poems, photography, embroidery, and other handmade objects, are displayed on the site. The site also contains information about '99 Encounters,' a project where the artist engages in conversation with her life and experiences. | Cultural Experiences → Cultural Activities 279 | encounter 78 poem 1014 paintings 3907 photography 9503 book 11396 | |
| lottebax.nl | Lotte Bax | The website lists various exhibitions and participations, including multimedia performances, group presentations, and solo presentations in locations such as Tilburg, Antwerp, and Enschede. Lotte Bax has undertaken residencies at Studio A’tack Passerelle in Kortrijk, Belgium, and has been involved in film festivals and contests, notably the RE: Open Docs Contest at Film Festival Limburg Sittard. The website provides contact information for Lotte Bax, including her email address and phone number, and includes a copyright notice for 2023. | Sculpture → Visual Arts 4165 | residency 100 presentation 1785 artwork 2248 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 | Sittard-Geleen → Sittard 1997 |
| gaiaopdeweegh.nl | Gaia | Gaia (born in 1998) is a performance artist with a background in dance and circus, whose work is based on personal experiences and themes such as land, love, and physicality. She creates various art forms, including dance performances, installations, films, and audio tours, combining different disciplines and utilizing materials and locations. Gaia offers workshops and lessons, and organizes events such as ‘Bergen breken ook’ in the Miry concert hall. | Culture → Cultural Travel 421 | circus 158 dance 1834 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| creatierocket.nl | CreatieRocket | The company uses a 5-step process to define problems and then create an appropriate solution, which can range from a website or app to a prototype or a one-off product. CreatieRocket views itself as a partner guiding businesses through the innovation process, from identifying drivers to determining the route and launching the solution. After the process, the service involves bringing ideas together and bridging the gap between planning and execution, with the help of their team of makers. | Startup & Innovation → Innovation 1041 | rocket 24 maker 199 journey 701 problem 2214 | |
| muzeverheul.nl | MuzeVerheul | The website describes how MuzeVerheul began in the dunes of The Hague, named after the Muses, and how Marike Verheul draws inspiration from nature and the history of the Muses. The Muses, originally mentioned in a poem by Hesiodus, are described as sources of inspiration for scientists and artists, bringing comfort and hope. MuzeVerheul offers workshops and performances aimed at stimulating creativity in children and adults, focusing on theater, music, poetry, and visual arts. | | muse 13 theater 2544 art 3856 workshop 19325 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| sophiemantel.nl | Sophie Mantel | Sophie Mantel creates theatrical performances, performances, and visual art, with central themes of encounters, reflection, and ritualistic actions. Her artistic projects are often based on the experiences and stories of people and the space in which they exist. Sophie Mantel serves as the artistic director of Heem and focuses on art projects that stimulate inter-spiritual encounters. | Sculpture → Visual Arts 4165 | encounter 78 visual art 136 theater 2544 story 8285 | |
| harmbelt.nl | Harm Belt | Harm Belt is a multidisciplinary visual artist specializing in drawing and painting, initially focusing on portraits and human figures before expanding to landscapes. His artistic practice increasingly incorporates capturing movement, particularly through contemporary dance, leading to collaborations blending visual arts with performance. Recent collaborations include performance installations and projects combining drawings, photography, and video art with various artists and institutions. | Arts & Culture → Dance 2687 | drawings 1329 dance 1834 paintings 3907 artist 5745 performance 7586 collaboration 16036 | |
| tierra-espiritual.nl | Tierra Espiritual | The website provides information about the themes of previous festivals (Sowing, Offering, Harvest) and the Copusquia community. It describes the Culture in Motion project, which focuses on developing innovative products and preserving and promoting traditional dances and rituals through collaboration between local and modern artists. The website mentions the collaboration between various organizations, including Theatre Embassy, Asociación Yatiyaña Bolivia, Ecuador, and La Embajada de Teatro Peru, and provides copyright information for the website. | International Regions → International Culture 193 | dance 1834 theater 2544 festival 3804 collaboration 16036 | |
| bokuiper.nl | Theatre Artist | Bo Kuiper, born in 1992, graduated from ArtEZ Arnhem with a degree in music theater maker & performer. His work is characterized by energetic music theater, absurdist humor, and a combination of darkness and humor, inspired by tragicomedy, slapstick, black humor and satire. Bo Kuiper is a versatile artist who creates, composes, produces, and is also active as an actor, training actor, musician and puppeteer. | | music theater 71 humor 353 actor 478 inspiration 4081 | |
| monomeer.nl | Monomeer | Monomeer offers artistic interventions to restore broken connections and give a platform to loneliness. The ‘VEER’ project is a Virtual Reality experience that promotes social self-sufficiency. The solo performance ‘FEAR’ explores the fear of being seen in a single role. | Social Issues → Poverty 180 | loneliness 185 art 3856 connection 4007 | |
| jophorst.nl | Jophorst | The website contains a chronological overview of Jop Horst’s works, with descriptions of installations, performances, and projects he realized between 1983 and 2014. There is information about exhibitions that showcased his work, including ‘Spullen theater’ in De Bank (Enschede) in 1991, ‘Slaapwandelaar’ in Graz (Austria) in 1999, and ‘Spelen op de grens van het onmogelijke’ in the Rijksmuseum Twente in 2012. The website also presents a list of artists who collaborated with Jop Horst in artist collectives, such as Diascoop and FAB5, and offers interviews with colleagues like Ko Baljet, Inez Horst, and Joris Baudoin. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | drawings 1329 exhibition 5332 performance 7586 installation 13742 | Maasdriel → Heerewaarden 51 |
| meikedriessen.nl | Meike Driessen | The website contains information about ‘For Kunstfestival Borkel en Schaft’, a video installation inspired by a dilapidated house and feelings of loneliness. ‘Longing’s Embrace’ is an immersive video installation that visualizes personal memories of a rabbit and unfulfilled longing. ‘Bij nader inzien’ is a multimedia project that depicts the artist’s personal development, from childhood to adulthood, in photography, video and text, and focuses on processing emotions. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | memory 1641 emotion 2169 photography 9503 installation 13742 | |
| luitbakker.nl | Luit Bakker | The website introduces 'Queertopia,' an immersive experience exploring the boundaries of love and attraction. Attention is given to 'Oxygen Debt,' a philosophical spinning class where participants work together to discuss existential questions. The website announces the unveiling of a new artwork from the Amsterdam Museum, 'OBJECT 020,' a bronze sculpture by La Isla Bonita. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | video 6714 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| status-apart.nl | Status-Apart | The website describes ‘Living Statue’ as an interactive sport that the artist uses to influence the audience, with the artist simultaneously creating a still image and provoking a reaction. The text explains the requirements of this art form, emphasizing the need for control, focus, minimal breathing, and a subtle humorous approach. The website contains videos of performances and provides contact information for further information. | Theater → Improvisation 159 | reaction 76 humor 353 audience 901 image 2605 | |
| mirongalic.nl | Miron Galić | The site highlights various artistic projects including ‘Antropomorfische Handpop’, ‘Cluster’, ‘Six Perfect Circles’, ‘Window’, and ‘Username Poetry’, demonstrating a diverse range of creative outputs. Miron Galić’s career is defined by a series of international events and exhibitions, spanning locations like Detroit, Breda, Arnhem, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Brussels between 2015 and 2018. The website lists a collection of events and collaborations, documenting his involvement with organizations such as College for Creative Studies, Beeldjagers, OPA, OK27, Noisey, Vice NL, and various art institutions and festivals. | Painting → Digital Art 820 | exhibition 5332 artist 5745 portfolio 6854 design 27202 event 45199 | Dronten → Biddinghuizen 406 |
| junglewarrior.nl | The Jungle Warrior | The rainforest is severely threatened by illegal deforestation for palm oil production, which has a negative impact on the planet and humanity. The Jungle Warrior, Patrick van Gurp, is committed to protecting the rainforest and Indonesia, and uses a unique combination of dance and breakdance to highlight this problem. The website introduces ‘Monkey with a Mission’, a performance that takes the audience on an adventure into the rainforest, where the destruction of the orangutan's habitat is emphasized while simultaneously fostering hope and positivity. | Environment → Conservation 328 | rainforest 20 awareness 1735 dance 1834 performance 7586 | |
| ku-ns-twerken.nl | Lisa Fagiéna | The ‘Ku-ns-twerken’ project was conceived by Lisa Fagiéna and includes four artworks utilizing wax residues and hair. The story of the artworks revolves around the relationship between a Kuttekop and a Poes, and their different life experiences and interactions. The website investigates legal aspects concerning the ownership of the wax residues and hair, with specific attention paid to consent and its processing. | Government & Administration → Law 29 | poe 10 consent 47 | |
| fictiefexpert.nl | Stichting Nieuwe Helden | The ‘Fictief Expert’ project combines research from multiple experts and combines it with input from scientists, researchers, actors, graphic designers, and artists. The fictitious experts aim to make research accessible and to stimulate a different conversation, with the goal of more dialogue and greater impact. The website introduces several experts, such as Robin Sharp, Chris Everlast and Professor Monki, who give lectures on various topics, including the future of HR, digital living, and AI. | Research → Research Projects 58 | actor 478 presentation 1785 research 8967 | |
| focusfire.nl | FocusFire Flowersticks | René, known as FocusFire, is a Flowarts artist from the Netherlands who has been working with flowersticks since 2009, including basic, LED and fire flowersticks, and also proficient in Dragonstaff and fire spitting. He also organizes the 'De Circustuin' festival in the Netherlands, where participants can learn to master various flowarts disciplines and elements, such as fire. René is passionate about Flowarts and sees himself as an ambassador for this art form, which combines juggling, dance, performance, and fire. | Lifestyle → Events 32475 | fire 429 festival 3804 workshop 19325 | |
| friendlyurl.nl | Judy van Blaricon | Judy van Blaricon exhibits artwork in various media, including oil paint, acrylic, and photography. She has participated in exhibitions such as 'Expo Le Mum' in France and a duo-exhibition at De SVB in Amstelveen. Her work encompasses diverse projects, including traveling exhibitions ('Bike the city series'), performance art ('Public Swimming Pool'), and video installations ('The country I didn’t go to'). | Painting → Various Techniques 11 | oil paint 202 exhibition 5332 video 6714 performance 7586 photo 7778 installation 13742 | Bergen → Schoorl 481 |
| galacticgardening.nl | Kim Hoeijmakers | The website describes Kim Hoeijmakers’ practice as a ‘poetic alchemist’ who creates microcosmic gardens through the symbolic process of planting and birthing seeds. Hoeijmakers’ work focuses on facilitating a transformative ‘alchemical reaction’ where pressure builds until ‘borders break,’ representing the birth of something new, often described as ‘pouring into space.’ The website highlights an exhibition from 2022, showcasing the artist’s exploration of boundaries between tangible and intangible elements, desires, and existence. | Conceptual & Interactive Art → Conceptual Art 70 | border 119 gardening 505 seed 599 space 3846 exhibition 5332 | |
| ingeborghornsveld.nl | Ingeborg Hornsveld | The website provides information about the diverse activities of Ingeborg Hornsveld, including political engagement, creative projects, and workshops. Ingeborg Hornsveld offers acting training and workshops, as well as text writing and storytelling services. The website also contains a playlist of music, photos, and videos, and information about podcasts and books. | Local Governance → Local Politics 2559 | storytelling 641 politics 1259 text 2467 music 13170 workshop 19325 | |
| korpus.nl | Korpus | The website contains information about Kor Klompsma's background, including his period as a barber at Christiaan in Amsterdam. It describes his jewelry line and the possibility of custom-made jewelry, which is available in various piercing and tattoo shops. The site offers an overview of his body-suspension performances, where he uses his body as an artistic canvas using hooks, needles and ropes. | Jewelry → Handmade Jewelry 862 | jeweler 70 jewelry 4599 artist 5745 performance 7586 | |
| krokotranen.nl | Jade Hermans | The website features a portfolio showcasing past tattoo work and the 'Tattooed Tapestry' performance, which invites individuals to share experiences and emotions for a collaborative tattoo design. The performance, ‘Tattooed Tapestry: of the Self,’ is an interactive exploration of self-expression through temporary tattoos, offering a unique artistic experience. Jade Hermans also operates as a professional tattoo artist and is available for booking appointments to create more permanent tattoo masterpieces. | Art Forms → Tattoos 381 | self-expression 31 tattoo 799 artwork 2248 performance 7586 design 27202 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| patriciasuer.nl | Theater Suer | Patricia Suer is a visual artist creating stunning figures and sculptures from iron. Part of her work is presented as visual theatre. The website displays a selection of her artworks and an overview of her theatrical performances, as well as information about recent exhibitions and crowdfunding campaigns. | Sculpture → Visual Arts 4165 | visual artist 42 theatrical performance 59 iron 237 exhibition 5332 book 11396 | Westerkwartier → Den Ham 239 |
| ratworks.nl | Ratworks | Pieter ‘RAT’ Oosting began creating art from various types of waste at a young age. The inspiration for his work stems from an interest in reusing materials, inspired by films and TV shows such as Mad Max and Scrapheap Challenge. The name RAT is a combination of Recycling Art Techniques and the association of the rat with waste. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | iron 237 recycling 1036 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| thedailyemergency.nl | Marc Fabels | The poem 'Lux' describes a dry and desolate environment, focusing on hunger and decay. The poem 'X-files' touches upon themes of loss, forgotten words, and the impossibility of understanding the unspoken. The poem 'Jinx' concentrates on unfulfilled expectations and the cynical observation of daily reality, described in indignation. | Lyrics & Poetry → Lyrics 20 | spoken word 24 poetry 665 poem 1014 | |
| yarabuttner.nl | Yara Buttner | Yara Buttner describes her artistic approach as celebrating the everyday and observing the elements we all encounter. She works experimentally, often shifting between different media, guided by the creative process. The website presents a portfolio of recent projects, including installations, performances, sculptures, films, and experiments with water and typography. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | experiment 229 water 2501 image 2605 film 3007 performance 7586 installation 13742 | |
| lazylisteners.nl | Lazy Listeners Festival | The festival takes over Area 51, creating special stages including a burning cardboard Tesla and high-riders. The lineup includes artists such as Elmer, Lucky Fonz III, Rico, Simon Joyner and Roos Rebergen & SunSunSun. The festival emphasizes stories that ‘sweat, rub, roll and dance’ and encourages visitors to leave their smartphones at home and focus on their attention. | Festivals → Music Festivals 1020 | festival 3804 artist 5745 music 13170 | North-Brabant → Eindhoven 11845 |
| britttinbergen.nl | britttinbergen.nl | The project, carried out at the Utrecht Academy of Arts in 2023, examines the return of the wolf and the ambivalent attitude surrounding the animal – both as a source of biodiversity and as a potential threat. Through the creation of a mask and the transformation from human to wolf, the artist explores the confrontation between humans and nature, where the wolf acts as a mirror reflecting human ownership and rules. The project investigates the impact of the wolf on the concept of a ‘shapable’ nature and the tension between the desire to influence nature and the respect for the animal kingdom. | Fauna → Predators 10 | wolf 61 mask 381 artist 5745 nature 9094 | |
| kristalmontana.nl | Kristal Montana | The project originated from a quote by Paul Klee, which served as inspiration for a film commissioned by the City Theater Utrecht and Cultuur-Ondernemen. The resulting video showcases a colorful interaction between windows, silhouettes, and movements, considering the videowall as a public installation. The video was created by Kristal Montana and Esther Hoogendijk and will be exhibited at the City Theater Utrecht from January 17th to February 17th, 2012, with gratitude to dancers, collaborators, and the theatre itself. | Visual Arts → Video Art 49 | videowall 26 dancer 220 theater 2544 film 3007 video 6714 installation 13742 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| nicoletbrouwn.nl | Nicolet Brouwn | Nicolet Brouwn’s artwork often centers around themes of people and flowers, emphasizing sensory experiences such as touch, sight, taste, smell, and hearing. The artist reinterprets familiar visual elements, creating conceptually layered compositions. The site displays a selection of Brouwn’s artwork, including paintings like ‘Peace (III)’ and ‘Maiden And No Evil Stars,’ as well as drawings, spoken word pieces, and explorations of themes like California and Kamasutra. | Performing Arts → Spoken Word 27 | spoken word 24 drawings 1329 artwork 2248 paintings 3907 | |
| grantdemunnik.nl | Grant de Munnik - JMI | Grant de Munnik designs and creates headsets, installations based on the human head. He also produces paintings and drawings that focus on important matters and concepts. The website offers an online gallery with works, including still lifes, drawings, and installations with titles such as ‘Denkvinger’ (Thinking Finger) and ‘Head Extension’. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | headset 73 thinking 163 artwork 2248 paintings 3907 installation 13742 | |