We found nature, art and poetry
Vincent van Gogh once wrote: “…and then, I have nature and art and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough?”
In the video installation ‘We Found Nature, Art and Poetry’ Marte de Jager and I explored the landscapes Van Gogh once lived in. Following his footsteps, we travelled through the Netherlands, Belgium, and France. Capturing the atmosphere of these places that once inspired Van Gogh with their beauty. Through a contemporary lens, we explored how these environments can still move us today. Marte approached the journey through writing, while I used Super 8 film to capture my observations. We combined these video’s and text together into a video installation existing of two separate monitors that communicate showing separate interpretations of the same inner movement: the desire to wander, to look, to listen.
Besides being my best friend for many years, Marte also shares a special connection with Van Gogh. As a distant relative and someone actively involved in the foundation that preserves his legacy, she carries a personal bond with his life and work. This connection, together with her beautiful writing, led us to collaborate on this project.
