Bart Kok

Born in 1985, Bart Kok is a Dutch artist who resides and works in his hometown of Lochem. He actively addresses the act of paining in his works, influenced by the landscapes of Gustav Klimt, the colour tones of van Gogh and the bold tones featured in Fauvist works.

Born in 1985, Bart Kok is a Dutch artist who resides and works in his hometown of Lochem. He actively addresses the act of paining in his works, influenced by the landscapes of Gustav Klimt, the colour tones of van Gogh and the bold tones featured in Fauvist works. He applies bright colours of brushstrokes onto the canvas, creating fantastical, imaginary realms that evoke contrasting themes such as life and death, tranquillity and chaos, as well as happiness and melancholy. Bart Kok has also garnered recognition through prestigious awards and residencies, such as being an Artist in Residence at Grenswerk Tripkau in Germany in 2019, obtaining the Mondrian Funds Stipendium for Emerging Artists in 2017, and obtaining the Koninklijke Prijs Voor Vrije Schilderkunst (Royal Award for Painting) and the Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds Beurs (Prince Bernhard Cultural Fund Scholarship) in 2016. These honors not only validate his artistic abilities but also provide support for his ongoing artistic journey. Bart Kok's captivating artworks have been showcased in various exhibitions, both nationally and internationally. Notable exhibitions include "An Acorn Fell On My Head" at Gallery SENS in Hong Kong, "Never a dull little stroll" at Altus Holland Fine Arts in Amsterdam, and ""OEOEartcall"" at Tiniminiroom in Dordrecht.