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This series is a collaboration between Sjaak & Oko and Frank Willems, created for the exhibition at Galerie Waterbolk (Utrecht, 2023). Sjaak & Oko contributed their tiled wall objects, to which Frank Willems responded with a boxing glove labeled LEFT HANDED BOXING GLOVE and an eye with the text I GOT PUNCHED BY A LEFT HANDED BOXING GLOVE ON MY RIGHT EYE. IT'S NOT THAT BAD. NOW I SEE A BIT BETTER WITH MY LEFT EYE. The works reflect on societal polarization between left and right, but if you just share a drink together, you’ll see we’re not so different after all. #ContemporaryArt #Collaboration #SocialCommentary #HumorInArt #LeftVsRight

LEFT HANDED BOXING GLOVE / RIGHT EYE

€2.500,00
This series is a collaboration between Sjaak & Oko and Frank Willems, created for the exhibition at Galerie Waterbolk (Utrecht, 2023). Sjaak & Oko contributed their tiled wall objects, to which Frank Willems responded with a boxing glove labeled RIGHT HANDED BOXING GLOVE and an eye with the text I GOT PUNCHED BY A RIGHT HANDED BOXING GLOVE ON MY LEFT EYE. IT'S NOT THAT BAD. NOW I SEE A BIT BETTER WITH MY RIGHT EYE. The works reflect on societal polarization between left and right, but if you just share a drink together, you’ll see we’re not so different after all. #ContemporaryArt #Collaboration #SocialCommentary #HumorInArt #LeftVsRight

RIGHT HANDED BOXING GLOVE / LEFT EYE

€2.500,00
This print features the playful, provocative text “KOM JE OOK EEN LIJNTJE CULTUUR SNUIVEN?”. Attached below the words is a real small bag of white material, fixed onto the artwork. The physical presence of the bag reinforces the humorous double meaning: it does not refer to substance use, but to “sniffing” culture as a light-hearted invitation to experience art. The combination of a language pun and a tangible object makes the work both gently provocative and accessible, encouraging the viewer to pause with a smile and reflect on how we take in culture. #wordplay #conceptualart #humorinart #mixedmedia #languageart

LIJNTJE CULTUUR SNUIVEN – Text Print

€99,00
“MAG IK TUTOYEREN KUT?” humorously captures the awkwardness of formal situations where you suddenly have to behave differently than yourself. The direct text confronts the viewer with the tension between politeness and authenticity, exposing the absurdity of social conventions. #languagehumor #socialconventions #graphicart #provocation #identity

MAG IK TUTOYEREN KUT? – Text Print

€99,00
On this print, the text says I NEEDED MORE SPAC. The missing “E” shows that there literally wasn’t enough space. At the same time, it plays with the idea of needing more physical, mental, or relational space. A subtle, humorous reflection on boundaries, lack, and the desire for breathing room. #space #humor #artprint #mentalhealth #minimalist

I NEEDED MORE SPACE – Text Print

€99,00
A playful print with the text "I'M AN OPTIMISTIC PESSIMIST" that combines humor and contradiction. The statement invites a smile and encourages reflection on how opposites can influence our thoughts and feelings. The design plays with simplicity and typography, making the message direct and recognizable. Perfect for those who enjoy irony and a light dose of self-reflection. #OptimisticPessimist #HumorInArt #Typography #PlayfulArt #Irony

OPTIMISTIC PESSIMIST – Text Print

€99,00
“Cup of Tea” is a simple, humorous print with the text: “YOU ARE NOT MY CUP OF TEA, BUT WE SHOULD GET COFFEE SOMETIME.” A lighthearted, slightly flirty statement with a wink. #humorart #textprint #coffeevibes #minimaldesign #quoteposter

CUP OF TEA – Text Print

€99,00
This work plays with language and censorship. The phrase “I JUST WANT TO [black-barred word] YOU” both reveals and conceals. The black bar invites the viewer to imagine the missing word themselves, placing personal interpretation at the center. By erasing one crucial word, the meaning shifts continuously, creating a silent dialogue between image and viewer. #documentart #censorship #interpretation #language #conceptual

DOCUMENT SANITIZATION – Text Print

€99,00
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This series of 3D paintings, titled LOVE MIXTAPES, is an homage to the iconic cassette tapes that once captured heartfelt messages and the most beautiful songs from the radio, meant to win the heart of a loved one. The works evoke the nostalgia of an era when music was not only a passion but also a way to express emotions and create memories. Each piece in the series is an artwork that resonates both visually and emotionally, representing the beauty of giving – a physical gift, a piece of history, an act of love. The 3D structure of the works brings to life the impression of a cassette tape, symbolizing the powerful emotions and memories it holds. The artworks merge the charm of a bygone era with the contemporary desire to share love and connection, creating a perfect blend of nostalgia and meaning. #LoveMixtapes #ArtOfNostalgia #3DPainting #EmotionalArt #ModernRomanticism

MIXTAPE
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ABSTRACT BOOBIES is a 3D painting celebrating the female form in abstract shapes. One nipple sports a piercing, a subtle nod to rebellion and personality. Surrounding the piece is a cheeky dialogue: “What do you like most about me?” – “I like how passionate you are about art… and your abstract boobies too.” Blending humor, intimacy, and bold artistic flair, the work invites laughter, admiration, and a little blush. A playful ode to self-expression, sensuality, and art that isn’t afraid to push boundaries. #AbstractArt #BoldArt #BodyPositive #ContemporaryArt #EdgyArt

ABSTRACT BOOBIES
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ONE DAY depicts an older man smoking a cigar, surrounded by smoke clouds where breasts pop up. The text reads: "ONE DAY I'LL SMOKE A CIGAR, THINK ABOUT (BOOBS crossed out) BREASTS AND WATCH THEM DESTROY THIS PAINTING." It’s a provocative, ironic reflection on society’s prudishness—a playful clash of desire, nostalgia, and censorship. The work exposes the absurdity of taboos while celebrating the tension between sexuality and art. #ContemporaryArt #ProvocativeArt #TabooBreaking #SmokeAndDesire #SocialCritique

ONE DAY
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A sunny day at the beach: someone lies on their stomach on a towel, sunglasses on. In the reflection of the lenses, two bikinis appear—an unexpected, playful detail that invites the viewer to peek through the wearer’s perspective. The work captures the interplay of relaxation, curiosity, and subtle voyeurism. #beachvibes #summerreflection #incognito #sunglassart #playful

INCOGNITO SUNGLASSES
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A provocative and satirical twist on the classic fairy tale Rapunzel: a man trapped in a high tower, while his partner faces an unconventional challenge to reach him. Featuring the text: “MY BOYFRIEND IS A FEMINIST. NOW HE'S STUCK IN A HIGH TOWER. AND THE ONLY WAY TO REMIND HIM HE'S MASCULINE I HAVE TO CLIMB HIS DICK.” The piece playfully interrogates gender roles, feminism, and expectations of masculinity, inviting reflection on power, sexuality, and dynamics in modern relationships. #GenderRoles #Feminism #SatireArt #ModernRelationships #ProvocativeArt

A LITTLE FAIRY TALE

€1.050,00
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SPLITTING THE BILL plays with language and imagery: a man spreads his buttocks, revealing a sad-looking anus emoji. The piece explores the shift in social norms around dating and paying: from the old expectation that men pay, to the modern debate over splitting the bill. Through the double meaning of “bill” – English for a check, Dutch for butt – the work offers a humorous yet critical reflection on tradition, embarrassment, and contemporary relationships. #SplittingTheBill #ContemporaryArt #HumorArt #SocialCommentary #WordplayArt

SPLITTING THE BILL
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SHRED TO PEACE is a powerful interactive artwork reflecting on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Visitors take a flyer from the tray labeled PUT OUT, featuring a fearful Putin against either a yellow or blue background, and place it above the painting marked PUT IN. The artwork has Ukraine cut out in the center with plexiglass behind it, surrounded by the text: YOU CAN SHRED A COUNTRY, BUT IT WILL FALL BACK TOGETHER. As the flyer is inserted, it is shredded and the colors of the Ukrainian flag fall like confetti into the tray. The cut-out country is then refilled with Ukraine’s colors, symbolizing resilience and restoration. #ShredToPeace #Ukraine #InteractiveArt #Peace #ArtWithMeaning

SHRED TO PEACE