Johannes Boekhoudt ART Habens
For example , The Little Girl is based on my own experiences of domestic violence . Domestic violence also forced itself into my life as a young child and so I wanted to make clear that these scars do hurt forever . These scars are the permanent and living catastrophic result of a dysfunctional family . The girl is leaning against the wall . It is unclear if she is crying or is hiding . But what I do know is that she has suffered for many years . Her transparency and almost faint image , imply that she is no longer among the living . She does not live , she suffers .
Going Home is a work that represents the forced mass disappearance of the 43 students of Iguana , Guerrero , Mexico on September 26 , 2014 . These students were kidnapped and killed and to this date , there has been of signs of any remains or justice . These children will never go home . each person will interpret the work based on their own experiences and ideals . I do not want to have the last word or have never pretended to do so . I sincerely enjoy when I overhear someone from the audience discussing or voicing opinions about my works . I want everyone to be able to involve themselves in the work and take the maximum appreciation of what they are viewing , whether they like the message or not . The art gives way to criticisms of all types and they are all welcome . This is crucial for me . When the ultimate goal is to convey a message , I respect my audience and I believe that I can feel their needs and concerns . By the same token , I try to allow the space necessary to comprehend me , the message and ultimately themselves .
The Last Time is an artwork that arose when I saw the necessity of dedicating a painting to my father in which age does not forgive and time slowly consumes us until the end . Creating this artwork was a catharsis for me . This painting in particular signifies the art of forgiveness and thereby , accepting the consequences of this forgiveness .
I feel that it is important to leave the interpretation of each work to the imagination . I do not intend to impose an idea or emotion onto the spectator since
Definitely , I feel that my criticism is directly oriented in search of justice and peace . Nonetheless , I cannot overshadow the political undertones that contribute to many of my themes ,
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