Our Star of the Week, Patrick Joosten, is a largely self-taught artist and does not adhere to any particular artistic movement.
PATRICK JOOSTEN
“L’essence de la couleur et de l’imaginaire – The essence of color and imagination.”
-Patrick Joosten
WAS THERE A PIVOTAL MOMENT WHEN YOU DECIDED TO FOLLOW YOUR PATH AS AN ARTIST?
“Provide energy and well-being by looking at harmoniously colored and entertaining canvases.”
CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOUR WORK FOR US?
“I paint and draw for the pleasure of creation, hoping to share moments of emotion with those who appreciate modern art. I offer energetic, powerful abstract works, often inspired by nature, with the constant search to bring emotions and pleasure.”
WHAT DOES YOUR WORK AIM TO SAY?
“Provide energy and well-being by looking at harmoniously colored and entertaining canvases.”
Red Sea Underwater – Acrylic on canvas – 170×100 cm – 2020 by Patrick Joosten
HOW DO YOU THINK YOUR WORK FITS WITHIN SOCIETY IN OUR PRESENT TIMES?
“Contemporary art and abstract painting are gaining more and more recognition from collectors and the general public, and my artistic work is entirely in line with this approach.”
WHEN LOOKING BACK, WHAT ARTWORKS COME TO MINDA THAT MOST RELATE TO YOUR LIFE STORY?
“Many of my paintings are inspired by nature’s beautiful and varied colors and the preservation of our environment.”
WHO ARE YOUR BIGGEST INFLUENCES?
“Many artists are inspiring with their work and their contribution to Modern art. But if I must name just a few, I will say that Gerhard Richter and Mark Rothko probably inspired me the most.”
Myriads- Acrylic on canvas – 150×100 cm – 2022 by Patrick Joosten
CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR CREATIVE PROCESS?
“I often design the shapes and color schemes I use in creating my future canvas on my computer.”
WHAT VISUAL REFERENCES DO YOU DRAW UPON IN YOUR WORK?
“The visual references to colors and shapes of nature are a great source of inspiration.”
ANY UPCOMING PROJECTS?
“The expansion of my studio and be able to work on large formats are part of my future projects.”
Stripes on a Blue Moon – Acrylic on canvas – 95×95 cm – 2022 by Patrick Joosten
Visit this artist’s website and discover more art by our Star of The Week!
www.patrick-joosten.com
