Bastiaan Woudt, born in the Netherlands in 1987, is a self-taught photographer who has quickly carved out a remarkable niche for himself in the art world. His approach, both humble and passionate, has not only earned him recognition, but also secured him a distinctive position in the field of photography. Ranging from intimate portraits to enchanting landscapes, Woudt’s work is characterised by a minimalist style and a deep artistic sensibility.
His influence in the art world is tangible; his photography has been exhibited at leading fairs such as Paris Photo, AIPAD New York and Photo London. In 2022, he celebrated a significant milestone with his first solo museum exhibition, Twist, at Museum Kranenburgh in Bergen. His collaborations with prestigious publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, British Vogue, Numéro NL, L’Officiel and New York Magazine, as well as his commercial work for Chanel, underline his artistic skills and desirability.
Woudt is represented by prestigious galleries such as Bildhalle (Zurich and Amsterdam), Atlas Gallery (London), Jackson Fine Art (Atlanta) and Fahey/Klein Gallery (Los Angeles), Mc2gallery (Montenegro/Italy) further confirming his international presence and esteem in the art world.
Photography For Good
Woudt’s commitment to philanthropy is a crucial facet of his artistic journey. Within his project “Mukono,” Woudt turned his lens to the Ugandan countryside to support the drinking water projects by the Marie-Stella-Maris Foundation, capturing a wide range of monochromatic portraits and surreal impressions of the local landscapes. At the Amsterdam Diner in 2023 – The Netherlands’ most prestigious charity dinner – his work, including the iconic “Ziba,” raised a record amount of €22,000 to combat HIV and AIDS among women and girls globally. In collaboration with Orange Babies, Woudt captured powerful black and white portraits of young heroes from Zambia to honor the foundation’s 25th anniversary. Displayed and sold during a one-night-only exhibition on World AIDS Day 2023, his photographs raised over €120,000 to help Orange Babies battle the stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS and spread a message of hope. These initiatives showcase Woudt’s dedication to using creativity as a force for good.
Psychedelics In Art
As more individuals, particularly creative professionals, experiment with e.g. microdosing, Woudt observes a rising fascination with psychedelics within the art world as a source of inspiration and creativity. These developments suggest a global change in the creative process of artists.
Embarking on deliberate psychedelic “journeys” himself, Woudt delves into the depths of his creativity. He translates these transformative experiences into discoveries that unlock new perspectives and emotional landscapes for his audience. “Echo from Beyond” is an invitation into his personal creative sketchbook. An ongoing evolution in which he pushes the boundaries of photography and art through mixed media supported by AI. By merging his photographic archive with the capabilities of AI, “Echo from Beyond” explores previously unimaginable imagery fuelled by Woudt’s thoughts, psychedelic experiences and the media he consumes.
2024
03.12.24-08.12.24 – Art Miami, Bildhalle
24.10.24-01.02.25 – Solo exhibition “Champions” Bildhalle
13.09.24-16.11.24 – Solo Exhibition, Jaeger Art Berlin
16.05.24-19.05.24 – PhotoLondon, Atlas Gallery
25.04.24-28.04.24 – Photofairs Shanghai, Atlas Gallery
20.04.24-25.05.25 – Museum Kranenburgh, Groupshow “In de rug van de zee”
2023
06.12.23-10.12.23 – Art Miami, Jackson Fine Art
09.11.23-12.11.23 – Paris Photo, Fahey Klein
09.06.23-07.23- Duo Exhibition with George Hoyningen Huene, Jackson Fine Art, Atlanta
01.06.23-07.23 – Solo exhibition “Rhythm”, Bildhalle Zurich
11.05.23-14.05.23 – Photo London, Atlas Gallery
31.03.23-02.04.23 – AIPAD New York, Jackson Fine Art
02.02.23-16.03.23 – Solo exhibition “Cadence”, Fahey Klein Gallery LA
2022
29.11.22-04.12.22 – Art Miami, Jackson Fine Art
25.06.22-09.22 – Solo exhibition, In the Pink Gallery, Portugal
03.06.22-25.09.22 – Group show “Ocean”, Bildhalle Amsterdam
19.05.22-22.05.22 – AIPAD New York, Jackson Fine Art
12.05.22-15.05.22 – Photo London, Atlas Gallery
17.04.22-19.09.22 – Solo exhibition Museum Kranenburgh, Bergen
18.02.22 -20.02.22 – Capetown art fair, Capetown
2021
30.11.21-05.12.21- Art Miami, Jackson Fine Art
27.10.21- 31.10.21- Nordic Light Photo Festival Norway
02.10.21- 01.22 – Solo exhibition “Rhythm”, Bildhalle, Amsterdam
23.09.21 – 26.09.21- Photo Basel, Bildhalle
08.09.21 – 12.09.21- Photo London, Atlas Gallery
2020
07.10.20 – 13.10.20 – Photo London Virtual , Atlas Gallery
24.06.20 – 25.09.20 – Solo exhibition Atlas Gallery
18.03.20 – 24.03.20 – Open Art Fair, Atlas Gallery, London
15.02.20 – 29.03.20 – “NUDE” Group exhibition, Rotterdam
28.11.19 – 20.02.20 – “Hidden” Solo Bildhalle, Switzerland
2014-2019
28.11.19 – 22.02.20 – “Hidden” Solo Bildhalle, Switzerland
06.11.19 – 10.11.19 – Paris Photo
14.06.19 – 08.09.19 – Portrait Festival Vichy
06.07.19 – Museum Hilversum, group exhibition08.11.18 – 11.11.18 – Solo exhibition, Paris Photo 2018, Paris
13.07.18 – 07.09.18 – Solo exhibition Jackson Fine Art, Atlanta
17.05.18 – 20.05.18 – PhotoLondon, London
05.04.18 – 08.04.18 – AIPAD, New York
09.03.18 – 12.03.18 – MIA Photo Fair, Milaan
18.01.18 – 06.05.18 – Group exhibition, Museum Singer Laren
21.09.17 – 24.09.17 – Unseen, Amsterdam
07.09.17 – 10.09.17 – Photofairs Shanghai, Shanghai
06.10.16 – 09.10.16 – Fotografiska, Stockholm
25.05.16 – 29.05.16 – Amsterdam Art Fair, Amsterdam
10.10.15 – 31.10.15 – International Photo Festival Leiden
10.09.15 – 20.09.15 – Photoville, New York
13.07.15 – The Portraiture Collection, Musee du Louvre Paris
