17/01/2026
AI-generated - BIO - Freelance Painter Pierre van Dijk
(born June 5, 1950, in 's-Hertogenbosch) is a leading contemporary Dutch painter.
Registered with the RKD (Netherlands Institute for Art History).
Literature: Lexicon Jacobs P.M.J. ISBN 90-801063-1-3
He is internationally known for his work in both Contemporary Impressionism and Abstract Expressionism, and as a synesthete.
Artistic Style and Characteristics
Movements: His early passion for Impressionism (inspired by Monet and Renoir) is now combined with abstract elements.
Since 2022, he has focused more strongly on Abstract Expressionism in response to global changes.
Synesthesia: Pierre van Dijk is also a synesthete, meaning he can experience sounds as colors and shapes. This phenomenon forms the basis for much of his work, particularly in his collaborations with composers such as Luc Cianfarani under the theme "Art & Synesthesia." Several paintings are based on compositions by composers such as Beethoven and Vivaldi (e.g., "La Primavera No. 2").
Themes: Common subjects include the beauty of nature, water lilies, seascapes, landscapes, portraits, and the theme of "fragile freedom." Art & Synesthesia
Light and Color: His work is praised for the "light from within" and his unique use of color, which he sees as an inexhaustible source of inspiration.
Background and Education
Early Passion: Van Dijk knew he wanted to be an artist at the age of four and received his first oil painting set at ten.
Education: He studied Monumental Painting at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague (1967-1972). Mentoring: In The Hague, he received personal mentoring from light artist Livinus van der Bunt, who strongly influenced his fascination with light and color, and from George Lampe, Rector of the Academy.
International Experience:
In the 1980s, he exhibited in New York (Gallery 54) and taught at Lock Haven University in Pennsylvania.
Galleries: He opened the renowned Maison/Atelier Pierre in Beynac-et-Cazenac, France (Dordogne 24), a location that was central to his work for 20 years.
Internationally: He has exhibited at prestigious venues such as the LA Fine Art Show (Los Angeles), New York, the Salon de Paris, Drouot (a major venue for artworks and historically significant objects), the Florence Biennale, and the PAN Amsterdam.
Recent Activities (2024-2025)
Studio: At the end of 2019, he moved his studio back to his hometown of 's-Hertogenbosch (location Empel).
Exhibitions: In 2025, he will exhibit at Micks Art Gallery in Emmen (April to July) and participate in the Winter Salon of KuBra-Art in Rosmalen.
Micks Art Gallery (Emmen)
From April 13 to July 13, 2025, Pierre van Dijk will hold a major exhibition there.
Works on display: Including the monumental work "Matthew Passion" (1991), a synesthetic painting (oil/airbrush on linen, 180x140 cm). The recent abstract work "Strobe" (80x100 cm, acrylic on linen), inspired by the music of Luc Cianfarani, will also be on display here.
Location: Kapitein Grantstraat 24, Emmen.
KuBra-Art (Rosmalen)
Pierre van Dijk is a regular exhibitor at this Brabant Artists' Collective.
Exhibitor: Exhibition "Brabant Expressionism".
Exhibitor; Art Outlet "Winter Salon"
From January 11 to March 1, 2026.
"The Beauty of Nature" Collection: Specially for the art outlet in Rosmalen, he offers smaller works (mostly 50x60 cm, acrylic on panel - linen) at affordable prices. Examples include "Water Lilies at Sunset" and various flower and landscape scenes.
Location: Achter de Driesprong 9-10, 5241TK ROSMALEN
Prints: For reproductions of his work (prints on canvas, metal, or paper), please visit his profile at https://pierre-vandijk.pixels.com/
Website: Painter Pierre van Dijk
https://artpierre.com
