Here is the comment Schrikker places on his own works:
My work revolves around one binding factor: the exploration of the boundary between figuration and material. At times, this occurs literally, where thick layers of oil paint crawl beyond the frame of the canvas like a slow-moving stream of lava. Other times, it is more metaphorical or associative, through the unsettling atmosphere in my watercolors, animations, murals, and now also sculptures. Through my work, I aim to appeal to the viewer. What do I see? What is happening literally, and what is being filled in on a psychological level? When does the image transcend itself and delve deeper into meaning, or when does it become necessary to be seen? As I translate my fascinations into paint, my work is carried by emotions and instinct, such as fear and power, and the associated clichés; subconsciously and consciously melded into a cohesive mixture.
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