The Induction Series by Aernoudt Jacobs, co-produced by Z33, reviews and re-interprets the laws of electromagnetic induction to make sounds, and emphasizes the transition between what can be seen and what can be heard.
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In the case of sound art, the medium itself forces the viewer to change his normal mode of perception. Finding the right form for the presentation is a crucial element, especially in the world of visual arts that is mostly focused on the visual.
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With exhibition 'The Wilde Things,' Z33 explores new presentation models for contemporary jewellery in context of a wearer and within a narrative framework. Furthermore it takes a critical look at current developments within this discipline, which ha...
Based on performance, exhibition All the Knives (Any Printed Story on Request) is triggered by audience entering the exhibition space. Always animated by performers, the show gathers stories of objects that are in constant flux.
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A conversation between Jan Boelen, artistic director of Z33 and curator of The Machine – Designing a New Industrial Revolution and Matylda Krzykowski, one of the project managers of the exhibition. The talk covers the context of the presentation, t...
In an essay for exhibition The Machine – Designing a New Industrial Revolution, Jan Boelen reflects on changing production methods from Industrial Revolution to DIY 2.0 and from rise of network culture to the Slow Movement.
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Artists and designers often take the lead in designing and testing new alternatives, while the cultural field seeks to hone in on innovative practices such as cooperatives, commons, alternative financing. Studio Work explores creative, inspiring models that can point the way to more efficient, more ecological and sustainable forms of production. What are the possibilities of the local and the circular economy? How can the link between digital and traditional production methods be rethought? What is the role of art and design in the changing practices of work, production and creation?