Joana Schneider 1990

Lives in Nederland. Works in Nederland.

Represented by:

Rademakers Gallery

Joana Schneider (*1990, Munich, Germany) is a multidisciplinary artist based in the Netherlands, renowned for her innovative approach to textile art and the integration of sustainable, organic materials. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Arts in The Hague, where she received the prestigious "Keep an Eye Textile and Fashion Award" in 2018, Schneider crafts immersive, tactile sculptures and installations that blend natural elements with fictional narratives. Her work explores themes of nature, the human body, and the lasting influence of early experiences on perceptions of beauty and femininity.

Sustainability and Craftsmanship

At the heart of Schneider's practice is a commitment to sustainability. She skillfully repurposes rescued yarn and discarded ropes from the fishing industry, along with organic materials like recycled viscose threads made from plastic bottles, to create her distinctive three-dimensional pieces. Drawing inspiration from Dutch craftsmanship, Schneider incorporates traditional techniques such as netmaking and reed roof thatching. These labor-intensive methods honor local artisans and industries while embodying her dedication to material-based exploration.

Elegance Through Material Innovation

Schneider’s work is characterized by its elegant and feminine forms, often created through an intuitive process of playful experimentation. Her deep love for textile crafts, combined with her inventive use of everyday, recycled materials, transforms the mundane into vibrant, sculptural works. This approach underscores the potential of sustainable design, making her a key figure in the evolving landscape of contemporary art.

Schneider’s work has been exhibited internationally and is featured in prestigious museum collections, further solidifying her influence. She is also highlighted in the article "What is Textile Art? History, Pioneers & Leading Artists Today" by Julien Delagrange, where she is recognized alongside prominent figures like Fred Sandback, Louise Bourgeois, and Sheila Hicks.

Education

Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK) – Bachelor’s degree, Textile
Awarded the "Keep an Eye Textile & Fashion Award"

Collections

Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam
Stedelijk Museum Schiedam
Museum Jan, Amstelveen
Museum CODA, Apeldoorn
TextielMuseum, Tilburg
Textile Museum, Tilburg
Groningen Museum
Landverhuizersmuseum, Rotterdam
Museum Aalborg, Denmark
De Domijnen, Sittard
Fondazione D'Arc, Italy
Lakeside Collection (Private compartment in Depot Boijmans van Beuningen Museum, Rotterdam)
ASR
Deloitte
Blue Knowledge Art Collection
Meijers Assurantiën
DELA

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Museum Jan, Amstelveen
CODA Museum, Apeldoorn

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The studio of... Joana Schneider

Joana Schneider is happy that she mainly works with her hands and doesn't stare at a computer screen day in and day out. Yet, the starting point for her solo show If you know who she is, it's Time for Botox was a Polly Pocket meme with that text. It turned out Schneider could use a shot of proverbial botox, because as a child of the 90s, she immediately recognized the toy figure. She used the meme’s caption as the title for her solo show, in which she satirically reflects on her generation’s ideals of beauty with Polly as its protagonist.

Wouter van den Eijkel

Joana Schneider: craft, sustainability and experiment

Until 15 July, Rademakers Gallery in Amsterdam presents a solo exhibition with work by Joana Schneider. Her playful, colourful and sculptural work is marked by sustainability, experimentation and a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship.

Flor Linckens

The studio of... Joana Schneider

What does the ideal artist’s studio look like? How much time does an artist spend there? Is it a sacred place? This week in 'The Artist’s studio' series: Joana Schneider (Rademakers Gallery).

Oscar van Gelderen

The gallery of... Pien Rademakers

In the section 'The gallery of' we talk to a selection of gallerists from the Netherlands and Belgium. In this part Pien Rademakers (Rademakers Gallery)

Oscar van Gelderen

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This video shows the process of Joana Schneider de- and re-contextualizing materials and techniques from the harbour in Schevingen. Environmental consciousness is key to her designs, therefore she only works with postconsumer yarns as well as collected material that are reprocessed for her use.

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