About

I am Robbin Veldman (1989), an artist known for my realistic paintings that blend classical aesthetics with a contemporary, detailed approach. My work conveys a thoughtful, subdued melancholy, executed with technical precision while embracing a modern sensibility. I studied graphic design at ArtEZ University of the Arts and pursue my passion for painting alongside my work as a graphic designer. Over the years, I’ve created numerous commissioned portraits, refining my ability to capture the depth of human emotions and personality.

In my recent personal works, including the series The Pretending, I challenge both myself and the viewer to reflect on the layers of identity. For this series, I use digitally AI-generated imagery as a reference for my traditionally hand-painted works, exploring the tension between technology and craftsmanship. In my personal new series, Manicis, which is still in development, I continue to delve into the tension between inner truth and outward appearance.

Stay Updated
Updates on my current works, such as The Pretending and Manicis, are shared both here and on my Instagram page: Please follow me on Instagram

Television Appearance

Sterren op het Doek - Jim Bakkum | Omroep MAX - Mediawater,
December 28, 2024, at 8:40 PM on NPO2.

Galleries

Erik Neimeijer Gallery

Exhibitions

The Pretending | Erik Neimeijer Gallery, 2019.
Eigen Oogst, 2019.
Level Down | Dutch Design Week, 2017.
Level Down | Gogbot Festival Enschede, 2017.
Level Down | ArtEZ Finals Expo, 2017.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2017.
Trots | Eigen Oogst, 2016.
Bonen du Maggot | VondelCS - Het Stilleven, 2014.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2014.
Eigen Oogst, 2014.
Eigen Oogst, 2012.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2012.
Eigen Oogst, 2011.
Eigen Oogst, 2010.
Eigen Oogst, 2009.
Heutink Winter Fair, 2008.
Eigen Oogst, 2008.
Eigen Oogst, 2007.

Awards & Nominations

Dutch Design Week - Manifestations | Level Down, 2017 – Nominated.
Blink Youngblood Award | Level Down, 2017 – Nominated.
ArtEZ Theorieprijs | Scriptie Zucht, 2017 – Nominated.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2017 – Public vote.
Avrotros: Het Stilleven | Bonen du Maggot, 2014 – Nominated.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2014 – Public vote.
Cibap Student Topper Award, 2012 – Won.
Eigen Oogst Uitgelicht, 2012 – Public vote.
Cibap Student, 2008 – Nominated.

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