The 23 students completing their final bachelor year in the Fine Arts Department of Sint Lucas Antwerpen, have collectively created the exhibition “The Birds I View,” to showcase their artistic development, and open a dialogue about the ways in which art can serve as a playful and imaginative view on the world around us. As young artists, they are aware of current socio-political challenges, but have also discovered that these themes can be approached from a different perspective.

The exhibition covers a wide range of media, including sculpture, painting, installations and audio. Each work reflects a unique approach, but together they form a rich and multifaceted whole. These works not only offer an insight into the students' individual artistic practices, but also invite the viewer to delve into the various ways in which art can communicate and inspire.

Playing as a method is a common denominator, underscores the students' intention to push boundaries and overcome anxiety, with wonder as a powerful means to surprise and engage the viewer. Their collaborative process of experimentation and improvisation has resulted in an exhibition that not only reflects individual styles and viewpoints, but also thematizes the power of collaboration and the sharing of ideas.

You are cordially invited to explore the variety of perspectives and expressions that characterize their exhibition, and to immerse yourself in the dynamic and inspiring world they have created together.

The Exhibition takes place at Blikfabriek, Krugerstraat 232, 2660 Antwerp, and is open every day from 10:00 - 18:00.

Artists: Adriana Dhont, Almina Aleyna Sarim, Anna Van Bommel, Basile Crabeels, Cheryl Smessaert, Emma White, Eva Guetens, Femke Goyvaerts, Femke Ooms, Hannah Van houcke, Hannah Willems, Janey Verhelst, Laura Vandenbroucke, Marjolein Callewaert, Marnix Peeters, Melanie Bosman, Melissa van Havere, Moasir Siera, Nammu Eliaerts, Ravin De Proost, Victor Delafontaine, Wout Klaps, Zeynep Celik