Presentation for the exhibition "Landsporen" in 's-Hertogenbosch (NL)
A painting as seen in the previous page and a big book (size: 150x100cm), representing an atlas which comprises a series of drawings that suggest more than describe surroundings landscapes of Den Bosch. By applying a variety of techniques and materials (airbrush, oil pencils, tempera and acrylics), a collection of painterly detailed sketches and highly suggestive rough drawings are realized. Even though inspired by Den Bosch geography, these drawings activate in the spectators a process of imagination more than of recognition of familiar landscapes. The work indirectly comments on the status and function of an atlas. Other than an object consulted to find precise position of cities or streets, this new Atlas suggests seeking location or place as a process of personal associations, where individual knowledge, memory and desires are intimately intermingled. It speaks of personal imagination and emotional travels, over objectivity and geographical coordinates.

This project is commisioned by CBK 's-Hertogenbosch. Catalogue available. ......DUTCH PRESS>>