Jan Fabre
Jan Fabre (Antwerp) is a versatile and influential artist who has left his mark on both the visual arts and theatre. His artistic journey began with training at the Municipal Institute of Decorative Arts and Crafts, followed by studies at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. Fabre is known for his unique approach to drawing, using “Bic art” (a simple ballpoint pen) to create complex compositions. His sculptures, such as “The Man Measuring the Clouds” and “The Astronaut Conducting the Sea”, testify to his technical skill and conceptual depth. Fabre regularly depicts himself in his spatial works, as if he were an actor appearing in his own sculptures. Fabre has also created remarkable installations that often defy conventional artistic norms, such as the use of ham on the columns at Ghent University, or “Heaven of Delight” in the Royal Palace of Brussels, which used one and a half million beetle shells. With his multidisciplinary approach and ability to address social issues, Jan Fabre has had a lasting impact on the contemporary art world and remains a source of inspiration for many artists worldwide.
