They are somewhere in between graphic art and sculpture.
His subtle works look sculptural as he often makes use of materials like quartzite, but also canvass or graphite.
Especially quartzite has a history of its own, which becomes part of Bodenkamp’s compositions.
Bodenkamp combines geometry and natural processes, usually resulting in works hanging on the wall.
They reflect the workings of nature and the expressive element of art is given back to nature, as it were.
It is a show of tranquillity and respect.
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All content of pictures courtesy to Berend Bodenkamp and Museum Beelden aan Zee.
Bertus Pieters