Emo Verkerk

Emo Verkerk (1955) became best known for his portraits of figures he admires: writers, philosophers, musicians and artists. At Beelden aan Zee this spring, you will discover layered objects made of home, garden and kitchen materials from his studio that have not been exhibited before.

The painter, draughtsman and sculptor Emo Verkerk (Amsterdam, 1955) is one of the most important artists from recent decades. He has become known above all for his painted portraits of the writers, philosophers, musicians and visual artists he admires. In addition to reading biographies, a photo, together with the impressions and associations it evokes for the artist, often formed the starting point.

Cover Image: Emo Verkerk, Joseph Roth (badkuip)