After working together for many years, we are thrilled to present Thijs Jansen’s first solo show at Rutger Brandt Gallery. Titled House, Garden, and Kitchen Paintings (Huis- tuin- en keukenschilderijen), the show draws its name from a Dutch expression for something ‘ordinary’ or ‘unremarkable.’ Jansen’s latest paintings depict everyday objects and scenes from unusual and hyper-focused perspectives, transforming the mundane into something striking.

Jansen’s figurative pieces are surreal and dream-like in their content and form. He approaches his paintings as a kind of diorama or stage—an imaginary space where he manipulates details to evoke a specific mood or atmosphere. His creative process begins with fragments of memories or subconscious experiences, often drawn from public spaces, which he reinterprets into fresh, spatial compositions. Whether it’s a kitchen counter or a grocery store aisle, Jansen’s works are rich with whimsy, illusion, and emotion.

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