Posted on June 23, 2025
VIER DE BEELDMIX – A JOURNEY THROUGH DUTCH PHOTOGRAPHY
From June 27 to October 26, 2025, Museum Hilversum and NS, in collaboration with Stichting Beeldmix, present the exhibition Vier de Beeldmix (Celebrate the Image Mix). As a participating artist, I’m proud to be part of this major group exhibition, which brings together highlights from the acclaimed project De Mix. Historical and contemporary photographers are paired in surprising visual dialogues that celebrate diversity, imagination, and the enduring power of Dutch photography.
THE CONCEPT
‘Vier de Beeldmix’ is the concluding exhibition of a twelve-part series De Mix Nederland. In each edition, historical photography serves as a source of inspiration for contemporary Dutch photographers.
RITME IN DE POLDER
For my contribution, entitled Ritme in de Polder (Rhythm in the Polder), I was invited to draw inspiration from the work of Ger Dekkers (1929–2020). He is known for his precise, rhythmic sequences of Dutch polder landscapes, involving shifting points of view. While his subject was the natural geometry of the land, I remained focused on architecture — my own ongoing field of exploration. The project has become a dialogue between two visual approaches that share a fascination with rhythm, repetition, precision, transformation and the location of the province of Flevoland. Where Dekkers captured a playful approach to the design of the open polder, I reflected on the built environment, inspired by the abstract beauty of architectural design of the cities and buildings of Flevoland.
Town Square by Paul Brouns
PARTICIPATING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Ger Dijs (1925-2009) & Heleen Haijtema (1980)
N. Flipse-Roelse (1921-2008) & Annegien van Doorn (1982)
Ger Dekkers (1929-2020) & Paul Brouns (1967)
J.B. Schröer (1916-1983) & Harry Cock (1952)
Robert de Hartogh (1942-2022) & Khalid Amakran (1991)
Koen Lenarts (1926-2009) & Roger Cremers (1972)
Jacob Molenhuis (1894-1987) & David Vroom (1987)
Martien Coppens (1908-1986) & Wiesje Peels (1975)
Dolf Henneke (1945-1976) & Jasper Abels (1987)
Paul den Hollander (1950) & Erik van Cuyk (1968)
Hannes Wallrafen (1951) & Kevin Osepa (1994)
Esther Kroon (1966-1992) & Duo Stoute (1987) & Vrolijk (1984)
MUSEUM HILVERSUM
VIER DE BEELDMIX
27 jun. 2025 — 26 okt. 2025
OPEN
Tue. – Sun. 11:00 to 17:00 hrs.
ADDRESS
Kerkbrink 6, 1211 BX Hilversum, The Netherlands
CONTACT
P +31 35 533 9601
E info@museumhilversum.nl
W museumhilversum.nl
DE MIX NEDERLAND
W demixfotoprojecten.nl
Posted on June 8, 2025
13-14-15 JUNE 2025 AT KUNSTLINIE ALMERE (NL)
Rotary Club Almere New Town has organized the first Almere PhotoTop. From June 13 to 15, twelve Almere-based art photographers will be exhibiting their beautiful work at Kunstlinie that invites everyone to visit and be astonished.
SELECTED PHOTOGRAPHERS
Mona Alikhah, Marco ter Beek, Herbert van der Beek, Paul Brouns, Jordi Huisman, Claudia Kamergorodski, Teo Krijgsman, Jet Leopold, Rachel van Schie, Arjan Spannenburg, Richard Terborg, Jaer Vogelland.
FREE WORKSHOPS
On Sat. June 14 and Sun. June 15, the photographers will also share their knowledge and artistic vision in a series of one-hour workshops. These free sessions cover a wide range of inspiring topics and techniques, and are open to all.
A PhotoTop to learn from, to enjoy and inspire your own photography.
> Schedule of all workshops
MY FREE WORKSHOP
Theme:
Photo editing & Architecture photography.
A relaxed, beginner-friendly session—no experience needed. I’ll show examples of my work to explain key aspects of architectural photography. Then we’ll take a short walk to photograph nearby buildings with your phone. We’ll wrap up by editing the images in Snapseed, a free and powerful app. The session is in Dutch, but I’m happy to assist individually in English (and other languages).
Requirements
• Bring your phone • Install Snapseed
(otherwise there will be free Wifi at the venue)
PROGRAM
EXHIBITION
Fri. 13-06: 10:00 – 18:00 hrs.
Sat. 14-06: 10:00 – 18:00 hrs.
Sun. 15-06: 10:00 – 18:00 hrs.
WORKSHOPS
Sat. 14-06: 11:00 – 17:00 hrs.
Sun. 15-06: 11:00 – 17:00 hrs.
Posted on May 19, 2025
Located near the German border in between Arnhem (NL) and Dortmund (DE), Huntenkunst Ulft organises its 31st annual art fair. A former metal foundary is the beautiful industrial surroundings for this huge international event.
STAND 204
For me it will be the first time participating. Please be welcome to come by and see my selection of limited edition prints.
HUNTENKUNST
Location:
SSP Hal, DRU-Laan 2
7071 MC Ulft, Netherlands
Opening hours
Fri 23-05: 17:00 – 21:00
Sat 24-05: 10:00 – 20:00
Sun 25-05: 10:00 – 18:00
Contact:
Phone 0315 681961
Email info@huntenkunst.org
Website: Huntenkunst.org
Location Stand 204. Click to enlarge
Posted on September 23, 2024
From 10 to 13 October I will present my work in London at The Other Art Fair. This is a very successful global event, supported by Saatchi Art. After previous participations in LA and New York City, this year I am very happy to return to London. My selection of photographic compositions will feature architecture from different cities of the world, including London itself.
OWN ART
My limited edition works will be available in different sizes from very small up to 100 x 100 cm, (both framed and unframed) so it matches a range of budgets. Additionally it is possible to purchase artworks at this fair and pay in 10 monthly installments. More info on this program at
> OWN ART
100th GLOBAL FAIR EDITION
As this fair happens to be the 100th edition of The Other Art Fair, it promises to be an art event that you do not want to miss. Celebrating the largest edition to date, over 200 game-changing artists will showcase their original yet affordable artworks combined with exclusive Guest Artists, interactive installations, performances, plus, local bites, brews, and drinks.
MEET US IN STAND 33
Together with fellow artist Marianne Hendriks, we will present our work in a 7 Meter corner stand (number 33). If you come, make sure to use my code 20BROUNS for 20% discount when you purchase online tickets (details beneath).
Breathing Space (100 x 100 cm | ed. 1 of 5)
FAIR DETAILS
HOURS
Opening night
Thursday, 10 October: 5 – 10 pm
General entry
Friday, 11 October: 1 – 9 pm
Saturday, 12 October: 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday, 13 October: 11 am – 6 pm
VENUE
The Truman Brewery
7
Dray Walk
London E1 6QR
United Kingdom
TICKETS
Use my code for 20% discount: 20BROUNS
Get tickets here
Posted on February 1, 2024
February 1 – 4, 2024, my work is featured at the India Art Fair in New Delhi. Please visit booth F:06, hosted by Wonderwall Gallery. This year’s selection of mine features two complementary ways of viewing: looking up versus looking down.
OPENING TIMES
Thursday, 1 February 2024
VIP Preview, 12 PM – 7 PM
Friday, 2 February 2024
VIP Preview, 11 AM – 7 PM
Saturday, 3 February 2024
VIP Preview, 11 AM – 12 PM
Public hours, 12 PM – 7 PM
Sunday, 4 February 2024
Public hours, 10 AM – 6 PM
VENUE INFORMATION
NSIC Exhibition Grounds
Okhla, New Delhi, India
RELEVANT LINKS
> Website India Art Fair
> My work on Wonderwall Gallery
Posted on June 4, 2023
MO J GALLERY
Solo Exhibition Paul Brouns
May 26 – June 30, 2023
Tue-Fri 11:00-17:00
Address
31 Hannam-daero 28ga-gil
Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Phone: +8227970417
>Website
From May 26 to June 30 2023, my work is shown in the beautiful space of Mo J Gallery in Seoul. After a successful show at the gallery’s other location in Busan, this time my limited edition prints are shown in South Korea’s capital.
In the exhibition you can see a beautiful selection out of my architectural photography, curated by Hyeonseong Jeong.
If you are interested in visiting, please contact the gallery for an appointment.
Posted on May 29, 2023
1-4 June 2023 I will present my work at “De Hallen Studios Amsterdam”. Along with 60 fellow artists, working in a wide range of styles and techniques, it will be a memorable event at a very pleasant key location in the heart of Amsterdam.
Get ready for a pleasant mix of art, music, fashion, drinks, food and more. Some art will be presented on a catwalk during live fashion shows.
MY BOOTH
Meet me at stand 2G and see my limited edition prints in a range of different sizes.
TICKETS + DISCOUNT
Order tickets at NOCKNOCKART.COM
And use the following discount code for 20% off:
ARTISTFRIENDS.
NOCKNOCK ART FAIR 2023
1 to 4 JUNE 2023
OPEN
Thu. 01 June: 18:00 – 22:00 hrs. VIP night
Fri. 02 June: 12:00 – 21:00 hrs.
Sat. 03 June: 11:00 – 21:00 hrs.
Sun. 04 June: 11:00 – 18:00 hrs.
LOCATION
De Hallen Studio’s
Hannie Dankbaarpassage 18
1053 BE Amsterdam
Netherlands
MORE INFO
> NOCKNOCKART.COM
Posted on March 26, 2023
The Other Art Fair LA, presented by Saatchi Art
30 March – 02 April 2023, I will show my work at The Other Art Fair in Los Angeles, California. I will present a wide selection of my architecture inspired work in different sizes. Also included is this brand new work, shown above, Windows of Venice (Venice Tapestries IV). The event will be organized at The Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. Visit me and my art in booth 33.
ART REFRAMED – The Other Art Fair
When the art world as you knew it went one way, we went the other. Where elitism is the norm, we dared to deviate. Art isn’t confined to convention or rule, and how you enjoy it shouldn’t be either. We’ve created something different, and we want you to experience it. We combine affordable and original artworks and 140 independent artists with immersive installations, performances, DJs – and a fully stocked bar. Here, art is for everyone. So why not do something impulsive, get excited, and revel in the creativity? You belong here.
Windows of Venice – Venice Tapestries IV
This featured work (shown above) is a composition I made of a collection of walls and windows during my visit to Venice, Italy last year. Combining all these characteristic windows and colour shades, I created this photographic tapestry of the city. It will be shown on large size (39 x 39 inches / 100 x 100 cm), together with a wide selection of other limited edition prints in different smaller sizes.
Fountain of Coolness
This is L’Arbre Blanc (translation. The White Tree) in the city of Montpellier, France. It is a residential tower on which the balconies are applied like leaves on a tree. The glorious multitude of white and the abundance of rhythm to me struck me as if I was watching a fountain of light. All those scattered balconies and sunshades reflect the silvery mediterranean light and to me that felt like a refreshing shower for the soul.
Tickets Available
Promo Code for 20% off (Fri – Sun): 20PAUL
> Online Ticket Counter
Fountain of Coolness (2022), 17 x 17 inch, framed
Venue
The Barker Hangar
3021 Airport Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Visiting info
> theotherartfair.com/la
Visiting hours
Thu March 30: 6 – 10PM (Opening Night)
Fri March 31: 5 – 10PM
Sat April 01: 11AM – 8PM
Sun April 02: 11AM – 6PM
Posted on March 1, 2023
‘Ritme in de polder’ [transl. Rhythm in the polder] is the third in a series of exhibitions by De Mix in cooperation with NS, ProRail and Kunstlinie. The exhibition can be seen in Almere (the Netherlands) at the Kunstlinie and simultaneously in and around the railway station Almere Centrum.
DUO EXHIBITION GER DEKKERS AND PAUL BROUNS
Starting point for the exhibition was to make a personal selection of the work of Ger Dekkers (1929 – 2020) in the archives of the Nederlands Fotomuseum (Dutch Photo museum) in Rotterdam. To this beautiful work, I responded with a new collection of photographic work, all made in the province of Flevoland.
A LABYRINTH OF DISCOVERY
The exhibition at Kunstlinie turned out to be an engaging journey of discovery for the visitors. It ranges from the rhythmic landscapes by Ger Dekkers to the urban geometrical architecture work by myself. It is very satisfying to the eyes to see how well the work matches. Especially the installation at Kunstlinie adds to the experience because of its labyrinthian layout.
Ger Dekkers – Wood near Biddinhuizen 2 (1974)
GER DEKKERS
The Dutch man-made landscape of the polder occupies a central place in Dekkers’ work. The polder is a piece of land that used to be open sea or lake and was designed to be made into dry land for housing and agriculture. The province of Flevoland is entirely created out of polders and this new land with vast open spaces and far horizons were the ideal playground for Ger Dekkers. He created images that consist of photographic sequences. In each part the point of view of the landscape is changed slightly, similar to the frames of a video. The result of this meticulous method of working is a surprising rhythmic body of work with subjects like polders, dikes, ditches and bulb fields.
MY PHOTOGRAPHS IN FLEVOLAND
The photographic work I created for this project led me to many different locations in the province. With Ger Dekkers’ concept of sequences in mind I took a fresh look at my way of watching architecture. In most of my work the sequential rhythm takes place within each composition from the repetition of the windows and other architectural elements. In some images the flatness of a facade attributes all attention to the geometrical beauty within the surface. At other times I photograph along the lines of perspective into the depth. And I also experimented more literally with Ger Dekkers’ way of creation when I went step by step around a corner of a building – intended as a special tribute to him.
Paul Brouns – left to right: Town Square | Around a Corner | Elementary Forces (2022)
DE MIX NETHERLANDS
12 museums, 12 railway stations, 12 cities, that is De Mix. In each of the 12 Dutch provinces De Mix organizes a duo exhibition in which historical photo collections are a source of inspiration for contemporary photographers.
> More information (in Dutch)
> Instagram
OTHER LOCATIONS & WALKING ROUTE
The exhibition can be seen at Kunstlinie and simultaneously at Station Almere Centrum. At the station there are two places: in the entrance hall inside of the station (until 31.01.2023) and on the outside windows (North side near bus platform). Additionally there is a walking route through the center that features several photo spots I used for my work. The folder of this route is freely available at the the ticket office of Kunstlinie or it can be downloaded right here:
> Download Walking Route Paul Brouns
> 3D Impression of the expo
Kunstlinie Almere
Esplanade 10
1315 TA Almere
The Netherlands
Exhibition Stadsforum
09.12.2022 – 09.04.2023 (Free Access)
Tuesday – Sunday 11:00 – 17:00
Also open in the evening during theatre performances
> Kunstlinie website (in Dutch)
Posted on February 15, 2023
My second solo exhibition in South Korea takes place in Busan, a large coastal city in the South of the country. Mo J Gallery will show a collection of my Urban Tapestries and Transformations. Most are framed archival prints and several works en mounted behind plexiglass. The exhibition opened on the 30th of January and will run until the 28th of April (Extended) and can be visited from Monday to Friday in the afternoon.
THE GALLERY ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
건축물에서 매력적인 모티프를 찾아 추상적 미를 탐구하는 네덜란드 사진작가의 전시가 부산 모제이갤러리에서 진행되고있습니다. 실제의 모습과 기하학적인 추상사이의 상호작용에 매력을 느낀 작가는 건축물에서 그 매력을 포착하고 작품의 주제로 가지고 왔습니다. 모제이갤러리에서 작가의 리얼리티와 추상적 형상을 함께 탐구해 보세요!
An exhibition by a Dutch photographer who explores abstract beauty in search of attractive motifs in architecture is being held at the Mo J Gallery in Busan. Fascinated by the interplay between form and geometric abstraction, the artist captured that fascination in architecture and made it the subject of his work. Explore the artist’s world of abstract shapes at Mo J Gallery!
Mo J Gallery
221ho, 33, Marine city 2-ro
Haeundae-gu, Busan, Korea
Visit the exhibition
30.01.2023 – 28.04.2023 (Extended)
Monday – Friday: 12:00-17:00 hrs.
>Gallery website
>Mo J Gallery on Instagram
