Bendt Eyckermans

Bendt Eyckermans is a contemporary painter based in Antwerp. His work explores the intersection of traditional realism and Expressionism, leading to emotionally charged compositions characterized by dynamic interplays of light, color, and exaggerated proportions. Eyckermans captures the essence of contemporary youth culture in Antwerp with keen observational skill, portraying both its people and places with intimate detail. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Fernando Botero, Diego Rivera, and Philip Guston, Eyckermans pushes the boundaries of figurative painting, infusing his work with a distinct style and narrative depth. His paintings serve as a contemplative exploration, seeking to establish a universal visual language rooted in emotion, context, and atmosphere. Eyckermans was born in 1996 in Antwerp, Belgium, and studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. He is represented by Gallery Sofie Van de Velde and Carlos/Ishikawa in London, and Andrew Kreps Gallery in New York.