Group Exhibition: Manuela Papeians, Christophe Pepersack, Didier Engels, Natalie Pleis, André Navez, Isabelle Derecque, Sanne Terweij & Fernand Kayser
- Kris Meester
- Sep 22
- 2 min read
Charline Kervyn Contemporary Art, Voldersstraat 52, Gent / Tue: 10:00 - 18:00, Thu - Sat: 10:00 - 18:00, Sun: 11:00 - 17:00
Group Exhibition
This group exhibition brings together nine distinctive voices from Belgium, France, and beyond—artists who explore material, texture, form, and emotion through painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. Though diverse in approach, they share a commitment to transforming the everyday into something transcendent, offering viewers new ways to see, feel, and reflect.
From sculpted bodies that embody vitality, to oxidized metals alive with color, to layered paintings and photographic abstractions of industrial worlds—this collection celebrates experimentation, craftsmanship, and the power of art to distill both chaos and serenity into lasting forms.
Artist Biographies
Manuela Papeians
(Bruges, 1964) – Trained as an architect, Papeians lived abroad before dedicating herself fully to sculpture in 2010. Working in clay and bronze, her flowing forms capture human joy, femininity, and the fleeting beauty of life.
Christophe Pepersack
Belgian painter whose acrylic works crystallize daydreams into layered, textured canvases. His pieces reveal new details with each viewing, offering poetic glimpses into the subconscious.
Didier Engels
Contemporary photographer transforming industrial landscapes into bold, abstract compositions. His maritime-focused works, exhibited worldwide, reveal unexpected color, rhythm, and form.
Natalie Pleis
(Ghent, 1968) – Inspired by nature and materiality, Pleis paints on wood with natural pigments and metallic tones. Her abstract works explore textures of earth, sky, and the beauty of imperfection.
André Navez
Renowned Belgian abstract painter known for minimalist, monochromatic works rooted in silence and materiality. His contemplative pieces invite viewers into meditative spaces of light and depth.
Isabelle Derecque
(Brussels, 1984) – A multidisciplinary artist blending architecture, travel, and design. Her mirrored paintings, enriched with vibrant colors and gold leaf, offer luminous, immersive reflections.
Sanne Terweij
(Amsterdam, 1984) – Specializes in oxidation on copper and brass, creating shimmering wall objects that transform decay into timeless beauty. Awarded Rising Talent by Maison et Objet in 2022.
Fernand Kayser
French painter known for layered, expressive canvases merging punk energy with dreamlike symbolism. A founding member of Le Schlager collective, he continues to expand his bold visual language in both studio and public works.
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