"Stroom" is a solo exhibition by Rick Koren, presented by Maaskoe (Westerkadekunst now). Following his previous exhibition "After Laughter" in 2020, Koren once again takes you on a journey between familiarity and alienation. Sometimes the form of his works is clear, but the materials used are unexpected. Other times, the materials take the lead and the form naturally follows. The individual elements are understandable, but their combination is strange.
Koren is a master in using various materials. He effortlessly combines wood, metal, sand, tar, glass, soap, hair, and laughing gas cartridges. The result is always an object of wondrous beauty with a poetic expression.
At the same time, Koren's work brings confusion and raises questions. It stimulates your imagination through the apparent paradoxes present. It challenges you to make connections and create stories. The artist contributes to this by giving intriguing titles to his works, such as "Blue Generator".
The "Stroom" exhibition offers visitors the opportunity to experience Rick Koren's unique and captivating world. It is an invitation to immerse yourself in his art and discover your own interpretations and meanings.