Contemporary Artist At Maaike Van Wijk Art
CurrentI make art from found objects, collected junk and reused materials at my studio in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel. I also make mixed media works of art that incorporate old paper and magazines. I receive the objects donated from family, friends and acquaintances. Everyone saves caps, old pens and felt-tip pens, beads, toys, cables, plugs, buttons, zippers and so much more. I also collect trash on the street or searches for items in thrift stores. All this is incorporated into my art.My work… Show more I make art from found objects, collected junk and reused materials at my studio in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel. I also make mixed media works of art that incorporate old paper and magazines. I receive the objects donated from family, friends and acquaintances. Everyone saves caps, old pens and felt-tip pens, beads, toys, cables, plugs, buttons, zippers and so much more. I also collect trash on the street or searches for items in thrift stores. All this is incorporated into my art.My work should be seen from 2 viewing positions, from a distance to recognize the image and standing close to identify the materials. Every time you look at it you discover something else.“I like that waste, which is so easily thrown away and replaced in today's society, is given a new life in my works of art. It is a small contribution to our planet and creating a more beautiful world”. Show less