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The N.A.G presents Are You Afraid? | De Kunstfabriek

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De Kunstfabriek
Project Date:
October 11, 2024
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PROJECT BRIEF

In the latest exhibition of De Kunstfabriek by Tim Wes, Marlou Fernanda and Sebastian Boon, also known as the New Avant-Garde (N.A.G.), the audience is invited to engage with a provocative question: Are You Afraid? The exhibition’s conceptual text, deliberately fallen and scattered across the floor, compels visitors to seek understanding within themselves, all while 33 enigmatic ceramic heads are watching them.

De Kunstfabriek and N.A.G. present Are You Afraid?

This installation delves into the intricacies of self-perception, confronting visitors with the multifaceted nature of their own identities and the widespread influence of external opinions. It explores the narrative of internal processes, suggesting that we harbor numerous personas within us. Additionally, it speculates on the future of human expression in an age marked by rapid technological advancement and global surveillance, where it appears that artificial intelligence often receives more investment than human intellect. The blue sculptures hint at a dystopian world, as if they aim to give us a glimpse of the future.

Growth is realized when seeds consistently get nurtured. In order for these seeds to find their way to the surface, disruption is inevitable. The process of facing fears and uncertainties, and finding power in the acceptance has brought unity, faith and light. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the opening of this special project, marking the first in-house creation by the talented N.A.G.

Masego visits N.A.G.'s exhibition 'Are Your Afraid?'

Recently, the multi-talented was in town to headline North Sea Jazz Festival and stopped by with his band to spend some time with us. In between mingling with N.A.G.’s sculptures, great conversations and hilarious moments were shared— all beautifully captured through the lens of .

Are the sculptures for sale?

Yes, the handcrafted sculptures by 𝐍.𝐀.𝐆. are most definitely for sale. We are currently accepting gallery visits. Send us an e-mail for more information, and stay tuned for upcoming programs, events, and releases related to Are You Afraid? The exhibition will be on view until October 24th.

PROJECT CREDITS
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Art Installation  
Tim Wes  
Marlou Fernanda  
Sebastian Boon  

Also known as the N.A.G.

Production Company  
Together & Dedicated  

Producer  
André Marques  

DP & Gaffer
Anointing Okah  

Special Thanks
To our interns Rayaan and Emily Browne.

ABOUT THE CLIENT
An organism where everything is interconnected, but not everything serves the same function. A physical space that engages in the discovery of the present. A belief-system that questions the status quo, challenges institutional systems, and moreover, develops alternate realities to what our world perceives as a common truth. De Kunstfabriek is a multitude of rooms for experimentation where the format is secondary to the story, and the medium is defined by its purpose. A platform that supports the unheard. A dream, where unexplored paths invite exploration. A movement, founded for and by misfits.
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An organism where everything is interconnected, but not everything serves the same function. A physical space that engages in the discovery of the present. A belief-system that questions the status quo, challenges institutional systems, and moreover, develops alternate realities to what our world perceives as a common truth. De Kunstfabriek is a multitude of rooms for experimentation where the format is secondary to the story, and the medium is defined by its purpose. A platform that supports the unheard. A dream, where unexplored paths invite exploration. A movement, founded for and by misfits.