BEYOND HUMAN

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

In the visionary exhibition "Beyond Human," a collective of eleven multidisciplinary artists explores the future of Earth, a realm where technology transcends its current role and potentially supplants human activities. This group of creators imagines a world finely tuned to human desires yet profoundly integrated with both technology and the natural environment, fostering a harmonious coexistence across species.

The exhibition offers a dynamic and interactive showcase through a diverse array of mediums. From traditional paintings and crafts to cutting-edge digital art and augmented reality experiences, each piece invites viewers to contemplate the evolving relationship between humanity, technology, and the broader ecological system. "Beyond Human" not only reflects on the potential of technology to reshape our lives and environments but also poses critical questions about the future roles and interdependencies of humans, machines, and nature. Through this immersive and multifaceted artistic exploration, attendees are encouraged to envision a balanced symbiosis where technological advancements and natural ecosystems thrive together, redefining the boundaries of what it means to be human.

Everything you need to know:

• Entrance is free

• From June 22nd to July 7th 2024, open on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

• From 12:00 to 17:00

• Free parking

OPENING PROGRAM

2.00 pm: Official opening with refreshments. 

2.15 pm: Guided tour of the artworks. 

3.00 pm: Lectures on the theme "more-than-human" (speakers to be announced). 

4.15 pm: Networking reception.

June 22

LOCATION

"DE PROEF." was envisioned as an "adaptive" garden, a living testament to sustainability, continuously advocating for the preservation of our natural world. Sprawling across a generous expanse of over 7 hectares / 70,000 square meters, the verdant grounds are home to a diverse array of trees, some of which still bear the remnants of their primeval forest origins.

For this exhibition, we have carefully selected a secluded area within DE PROEF., a space untouched by time, preserving the essence of the school's past. In harmony with the exhibition's theme, we have transformed this area into a realm where nature flourishes in the wake of human intervention, where artworks seem to have been left behind, weaving a tapestry of a fantastical utopia.

DE PROEF

Majoor van Swietenlaan 15,
8382 CE Frederiksoord, Netherlands

HOW TO GET THERE

Outside of Steenwijk train station you can find a bus that will take you to Frederiksoord. Get off at Beukenlaan bus stop, then walk for 5 minutes and you will find DE PROEF.

ARTISTS

4F.STUDIO

Kim van den Belt & Joshua Kelly

At 4F.STUDIO, "Cathedral Thinking" is the guiding philosophy behind our design practice, with an emphasis on long-term vision and the collaboration necessary to develop enduring and impactful projects. We create responsible and sustainable designs that integrate nature and technology in innovative ways. Our focus is on businesses and academic institutions that share our commitment to sustainable and responsible design. Our work includes design research, concept development,interactive experiences, brand identity, and sustainable products.

EMMA VAN DIJKEN

A strong fascination for natural phenomena and the beauty of both nature’s simplicity and complexity, are the driving factors in Emma’s work, with the aim to explore and try to unveil nature’s deeper stories along with the intertwining lives of different species.

With care for the earth and a strong appreciation of attentive craft practices, her work develops in the shape of sensitive and delicate pieces, inviting to be experienced with multiple senses.

LIZA DRYZHOVA

Liza is an artist of an inspiration, she gets certain ideas from different locations, items and surroundings and cultivate those ideas in different form of art that suits the feelings that she gets from them. Lisa wants to convey the ideas she gets in a physical form and see how people understand it and transfer to their own point of view and life. She wants to point people’s attention to a small things that surround us in the everyday life. If you pay attention to them, it can make your life much happier (or not).

XIAOYUN GAO

@deproef_org

@_lizzzok_ok

@gaox.xx

Bohyeon Hwang is a painter who depicts the distance and emotions of alienation between two objects using both explicit and implicit forms. Implicit forms on the canvas serve as substitutes for elements such as time, emotions, or objects that are not consciously perceived, and are connected to the explicit objects in the composition. She focuses on the texture and plasticity that gradually form on the canvas, like a whisper through small brush strokes.

BOHYEON HWANG

@heserrreee

SADAF KHANI

Sadaf Khani began her artistic journey, delving into digital art and architecture alongside her musical pursuits. Her piano album in 2021 initiated an investigation into topics of sorrow and cultural variety, echoing in her digital artwork and musical pieces. She sparks deep feelings and self-reflection with engaging artwork and interactive exhibits. Sadaf's involvement in the upcoming collective art show displays a distinct combination of music and digital art, presented in captivating mixed-media videos. Encouraging thought and prompting exploration of the human experience through visuals, sounds and poetry.

@sadafkhani_

SECIL KURTULUS

Secil Kurtulus is a Turkish multidisciplinary designer. She communicates through interactive, audio-visual and dynamic installations. She frequently employs artificial intelligence during the production and to reinforce her artistic language. Creating her own space within the dichotomy of nature and technology, Secil clings to hope and possibilities born from contradictions while conveying her findings.

@thefitterhappier

ANNA MUSIKHINA

Anna is a digital artist, performer and researcher. She creates immersive, speculative installations and rethinks the nature of technology, data and death.

It explores the implications of the invention and application of technologies and tools that improve human well-being but increase the speed and scale of impacts on rights, privacy and the environment.

In these circumstances, our formed digital profile Homo Sapiens Digital becomes uncontrolled by the owner, but continues to live its life.

In her work Anna is concerned about the issues of Digital Wisdom in life and the changing of our digital postmortem profiles.

@omds.an

MOOJAN PAYAMI

LETIZIA ROCCARO

YU SHI WEI

Moojan is an Iranian artist and 3D designer living in the Netherlands. The emphasis of her work is on telling stories through the use of tangible and intangible materials. Her work raises questions and addresses controversial topics such as the human position in nature and society. Her practice focuses on creatively expressing my research about problems in her culture through the taste and texture of edible materials.

Furthermore, 3D art allowed her to integrate the imaginary and real worlds and create new experiences for the audience.

Letizia Roccaro is a multimedia artist and designer from Italy, currently based in the Netherlands.

Coming from a background in fashion, Letizia mixes textiles and technology, in order to create immersive spaces and interactive installation, with a dreamlike essence to them. In her works, she investigates the way in which technology is changing the human experience, as well as reshaping our notions of aesthetics.

@letizia_roccaro

@Moojan_payamii

Yu Shi Wei (ihsuy), a Taiwanese artist, designer, and photographer currently based in the Netherlands, primarily focuses on installation art, multimedia, and interactive art.

Her artistic practice is characterised by mechanical, dynamic, and programmable elements. This focus on technology allows her to explore the interaction between the audience and her artworks. Utilising a "theatre box" concept, she observes in real-time and actively engages the audience. Through their participation, the artwork transforms into a dynamic and ever-evolving entity.

Her goal is to create experiences that not only delight the senses but also encourage audiences to reflect on themselves.

@yu.shi.w

@emmavandijken

Xiaoyun Gao is an artist and creator who focuses on religious structures, mythology, perception psychology, and diverse spaces. In her recent works, she visualizes, shapes, and animates the intangible objects of the real world, developing a narrative system to connect them into an orderly framework, with the aim of creating a parallel world based on this foundation. Her use of materials knows no boundaries and she continually explores various mediums, including painting, ceramics, metals, animation, audiovisuals, and digital media. She hopes her work always exists at the definable edges, straddling the boundaries between fine art and design, academic theory and subculture, museums and commerce.