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The exhibition 'I want to see where the river goes' is the first solo exhibition in the Netherlands by visual artist and designer Chan Chiao Chun. He presents sculptures that transform the external world into an internal, fluid spiritual domain. Each object is like a resting place along a journey, capturing a look back at the past while simultaneously brimming with the unknown and the expectation of the future. Just as the river flows toward a new horizon, these works—like an exploration—embody a continuous journey of self-discovery, fueled by both what has been and what lies ahead.
These unique works, which straddle the line between painting and relief, challenge our perception of a static landscape. They are no longer simple images, but dynamic, living matter. Their vibrant colours and flowing textures are not only visual aesthetics but also a direct expression of personal experience, presenting a mental landscape.
Chan Chiao Chun (b. 1984, Tainan, Taiwan) is a visual artist and designer whose intuitive practice stems from the dynamic struggle between himself and the objects that populate his world. In doing so, he masterfully navigates the intersection of contemporary art and design, creating a unique personal vocabulary deeply rooted in his personal history and intercultural background.
Chan has created sculptures in public spaces and has also had exhibitions in Taiwan. Presented his work in Milan and Eindhoven, and in exhibitions at the Kölnischer Kunstverein (Cologne, Germany), Het Nieuwe Instituut (Rotterdam), Galerie Pouloeuff (Naarden), Huidenclub (Rotterdam), and Side Gallery (Barcelona, Spain).
Chan studied at the prestigious Design Academy Eindhoven (MA) and teaches at designLAB at the Rietveld Academy (Amsterdam). His work is included in various public and private collections, including the AkzoNobel Art Foundation.
