Hans Theys
Hans Theys is a twentieth-century philosopher and art historian. He has written and designed dozens of books on the works of contemporary artists and published hundreds of essays, interviews and reviews in books, catalogues and magazines. All his publications are based on actual collaborations and conversations with artists.
This platform was developed by Evi Bert (M HKA / Centrum Kunstarchieven Vlaanderen) in collaboration with the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp (Research group Archivolt), M HKA, Antwerp and Koen Van der Auwera. We also thank Idris Sevenans (HOR) and Marc Ruyters (Hart Magazine).
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Walter Swennen
© Walter Swennen/SOFAM-België
In his paintings and drawings, Walter Swennen frequently draws on imagery from the media and popular culture, making his work appear, at first glance, to be composed of familiar, recognisable images. Yet beneath this surface lies a deep void. Here, the artist withholds explanation, leaving it up to the viewer to think, feel, imagine or reflect.The drawing is not an end in itself, but a catalyst for the process that unfolds within the viewer during the act of looking.
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