The opening of our current exhibition “Abstractalizm” was a big success. It’s probably the combination of great artworks, nice and beautiful people, a lovely cocktail and some fresh tunes that visitors enjoy this night out and buy art.
We invited 7 different artists to be part of this show, all specialized in abstract art with a flavor of urban culture. Think bold colors, lines, murals and patterns. Abstract art can’t be explained precisely in words, because it effects people personal. It’s an experience. An experience u must come and see at art’otel.
After the opening we like to give you a small insight of the participating artist’s mind so we asked them a few questions about their work as an artist & include some fun facts.
We introduce to you: Mr. june
Hailing from the street scene of Rotterdam, Mr. June has marked his territory in Paris, Miami, Stockholm and many more places. Beginning as a Bboy-breakdancer in the nineties, he started to do graffiti in 1985. Y&R Amsterdam (advertising agency) recognized his talents and in 1997, before he even graduated, they pulled him in as their art director.
Now, Mr. June has soaked up the knowledge over the years to create his own style in the street art scene. His style is based on harmonizing his graffiti roots into graphic design and abstract art.
We know Mr. June as a flexible artist to work with. In the past we have done art exhibitions and collaborated during several commissioned projects, like the Italian dome that he painted for our client in Italy.
Why do you want to make and sell art?
It’s what I do all my life.. I create, cook and breathe…
do you have a weird habit while creating?
No weird habits. When I paint I always listen to music, then I am in my happy place. When I am in my happy place I am the little boy inside me, so once a while I make funny sounds while trying to sing along.
Can you describe your ideal working environment?
My ideal working environment is a huge space with friends.
We can well imagine that after reading this blog you have become interested in buying a work. To make this possible we included the exhibited works in our webshop. For those in and around Amsterdam, you can visit our exhibition from 2 December 2022 – 30 March 2022. art’otel gallery is open 7 days a week from 11 am till 11 pm and is located in front of Central Station. While visiting the gallery feel free to visit ARCA Bar & restaurant on the first floor for some really great food and cocktails. During this exhibition they serve a special designed cocktail thanks to participating artist @VisualRugs and awesome cocktail shakers of ARCA.
While visiting the gallery feel free to visit ARCA Bar & restaurant on the first floor for some really great food and cocktails. During this exhibition they serve a special designed cocktail thanks to participating artist @VisualRugs and awesome cocktail shakers of ARCA.
Also looking for an abstract work for your home or office? Check out our webshop to see more of the work Richard. Or feel free to contact us at info@amsterdamstreetart.com to discuss any custom made artwork.
