Karin Timmermans
B. 1950, Netherlands
Karin Timmermans lived and worked in the Netherlands, before venturing out to explore other cultures and civilizations that inspired her. She drew inspiration from cultures in countries such as Sudan, Lebanon, Portugal, and France. From Africa to the Middle East, and then to Southern Europe before returning to Northern Europe, she absorbed the world's diverse influences to create her art.
Luc Veger, a teacher at L’École Internationale des Beaux Arts in Le Bar-sur-Loup, southern France, taught her the art of modeling. At L’Ecole Municipale d'Arts Plastiques (EMAP, Villa Thiole) in Nice, she learned to draw the human figure. In 2010, her long-awaited dream came true when she enrolled at L’Ecole Supérieure de la Mode in Beirut. Immersed in design, colors, fabrics, and 3D, she embarked on fashion-related projects. Yet, her passion for sculpture continued to simmer beneath the surface.
Armed with all the necessary creative tools, she made the bold decision to dive into the realm of monumental stone and bronze sculptures.
About her Work
Karin Timmermans' art is enriched by life and influenced by new ideas and impressions, architecture, simplicity, and complexity. She canalizes these elements and translates them into feelings, expressed through plastic and bronze sculptures. Her body of work encompasses various styles, including figurative, symbolic, surreal, abstract (including geometric and Phoenician influences), and minimalism. Womanhood and spirituality serve as her main thematic inspirations.
About Natural and Transparent
This installation features a life-sized woman figure constructed with iron rods, giving it a transparent appearance. Dried plants are delicately adorned on the figure, symbolizing Timmermans' intention for the woman to exude transparency and naturalness.
Karin Timmermans
Natural and Transparent, 2016
Iron rods, plastic fiber, plants, 188 x 107 x 30 cm
Loan from the artist