IASPIS Artist Talk: Jan van Esch, IASPIS Artist in Residence in Umeå

Photo: Jimmy Mathias

Jan van Esch

Jan van Esch is a Dutch born multi-media artist, curator and educator whose practice spans drawing, performance and social engagement. With a background in social and health sciences and international development aid, Jan’s work questions processes of ‘giving,’ delving into the subliminal psychological motives and power dynamics between giver and receiver. He focuses on how the Western world deals with (re)used clothing. Jan’s most recent work subverts notions of the textile donations and its messaging through performance, installation, and drawing solo and in collaborative projects.

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