Neel Korteweg, born in The Hague, is a Dutch artist. Currently residing and working in Amsterdam, she holds degrees in sculpture and architecture from the Rijksakademie van Beeldende Kunsten and the Academy of Architecture in Amsterdam, respectively. While she received her education in these fields, Korteweg is best known for her painted oeuvre, often featuring portraits and human figures.
Korteweg’s fascination with the vulnerability of faces and bodies is reflected in her dynamic and free approach, which defies simple classification as either realistic or abstract. Her work, which can be described as figurative, also possesses depth influenced by both Romanticism and 20th century abstract painting traditions.
Despite rarely exhibiting her work publicly, Neel Korteweg makes a point to invite friends and collectors to an exclusive studio exhibition once a year, centered around a specific theme. Her yearly creations often revolve around her time spent in Normandy, a unique journey, or a personal discovery. These exhibitions are accompanied by a written introduction by Korteweg and special performances by artists she admires. Working in silence for extended periods of time, Korteweg explores themes that intrigue her and waits for invitations from art collectors or museums that cross her path.
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