Human emotions, the complexities of life, and the undeniable truths that govern our existence are Gijs Assmann’s primary subjects as he creates drawings, collages, sculptures, and installations. His works evoke a multitude of reactions, from captivating to disarming, and provoke introspection. Assmann is recognized for his numerous public sculptures and has exhibited solo at various renowned venues, including Schloss Ahaus in Germany, Stedelijk Museum Schiedam, and Museum Jan Cunen in Oss. Recently, his works were part of a group presentation at Kunstmuseum Den Haag.
Assmann’s formal training includes studying at the AKI Academy of Art & Design in Enschede and the Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten in Amsterdam. He has also completed residencies at the Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten in Amsterdam and the European Ceramic WorkCentre (EKWC) in Oisterwijk. His work has received international recognition and is featured in various public and private collections, such as the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam and Kunstmuseum Den Haag. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Assmann has been involved in numerous educational roles since 1999, serving as the coordinator of the Ceramics Department at Gerrit Rietveld Academie and currently as a tutor for Handiwork and Materiality at ArtEZ University of the Arts in Arnhem and a mentor for the Master Contextual Design program at Design Academy Eindhoven.
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