The visual artist Peter Bastiaanssen completed his studies at the St. Joost Academy in Breda in 1987. A black dog with beady eyes plays a central role in Bastiaanssen’s project Art is a Dog. This project, which evolves into an almost existential act, aims to challenge dogmas and communication systems within Western society, particularly within the art world. Through this project, the artist raises a question about art that requires endless contemplation without any discernible visual quality.
Bastiaanssen’s venture into this project raises a fundamental inquiry about the purpose and value of art, while also challenging widely accepted beliefs and frameworks within the art world. Perhaps, this project serves as a reminder to not always take things at face value, but rather to question, explore, and discover new perspectives. The black dog in the center of Bastiaanssen’s work serves as a symbol of this constant curiosity and challenge in the pursuit of artistic expression.
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