Never Lost Black I
Never Lost Black I
By Quinda Verheul
173 x 300 x 20 cm, 2023
Foam and Flock in black with oker
The Never Lost series consists of wall sculptures and three dimensional work that is reminiscent of eroded and weathered fragments of mountains. For this, she experimented with new materials and techniques that allowed her to create her own versions of an imagined world. In this, one can discover strong references to existing landscapes that Quinda previously visited, such as Utah and Iceland. Yet, her work retains a certain mystery, something intangible. The play of light on the curved, velvet-like structures creates an intriguing effect for the viewer. ‘Never Lost’ tells stories of unknown landscapes and lays bare some of the invisible processes that go into the alterations of landscapes in a very subtle way.
By Quinda Verheul
50 × 40, 2024
Sandblasting in rose mirror
“Noctilucent” is a contemporary, minimalistic wall sculpture crafted through sandblasting techniques that modify the surface of a mirror. The sandblasting process disperses minuscule particles, transforming the reflective quality of the mirror into a misty, almost ephemeral surface. This altered state creates an atmosphere of quiet subtlety, inviting viewers to experience a sensory shift in perception.
The piece is inspired by natural phenomena that blend simplicity and splendor, a sunset in a mountainous desert where a lone cloud catches the light, glowing against a vast sky. “Noctilucent” distills this moment, drawing on the idea that through selective framing, even the most transient details of nature can evoke an artful composition. The artwork emphasizes how minimal visual cues can resonate deeply, echoing the interplay between the tangible and the abstract.