Description and intent of my artworks.
My name is Liezette Gerrits (1971) NL, I am an independent visual artist specialized in light-shadow
paper objects.
I had the pleasure to graduate in painting at ‘The Gerrit Rietveld Academy’ the University of applied
sciences of Fine Arts in Amsterdam (1996). Seven years ago I exchanged my brushes and paint for
paper and light, since then I create light-shadow paper objects.
I make my objects using white paper, adhesive tape and light. My work process stems from a
fascination with the use of light in de paintings by artists Caravaggio and Rembrandt. Their painting
technique, often referred to as chiaroscuro, involves starting with a dark background and gradually
building up the lighter areas of the composition. This technique creates a strong contrast between
light and dark.
I mastered working from dark to light by developing a new technical method. By snipping, tearing
and cutting sheets of paper, I make a translucent image. I create the desired play of shadows by
bending and folding the remaining forms. The sheet of white polystyrene at the front serves as a
projection screen, displaying the image of light and shadow. There is a gap between the light source
and the back of the artwork. This gap is closed with transparent Plexiglas, it allows the viewers to see
the techniques used to create the artwork. ( To support this explanation more clearly, I send you a
video)
The visibility of my process and material can evoke a sense of amazement in viewers. It showcases
the versatility and potential of paper, not just as a carrier in itself, but as a means for artistic
expression. The visibility of the process and material adds another layer of fascination and
appreciation for the art form.
My name is Liezette Gerrits (1971) NL, I am an independent visual artist specialized in light-shadow
paper objects.
I had the pleasure to graduate in painting at ‘The Gerrit Rietveld Academy’ the University of applied
sciences of Fine Arts in Amsterdam (1996). Seven years ago I exchanged my brushes and paint for
paper and light, since then I create light-shadow paper objects.
I make my objects using white paper, adhesive tape and light. My work process stems from a
fascination with the use of light in de paintings by artists Caravaggio and Rembrandt. Their painting
technique, often referred to as chiaroscuro, involves starting with a dark background and gradually
building up the lighter areas of the composition. This technique creates a strong contrast between
light and dark.
I mastered working from dark to light by developing a new technical method. By snipping, tearing
and cutting sheets of paper, I make a translucent image. I create the desired play of shadows by
bending and folding the remaining forms. The sheet of white polystyrene at the front serves as a
projection screen, displaying the image of light and shadow. There is a gap between the light source
and the back of the artwork. This gap is closed with transparent Plexiglas, it allows the viewers to see
the techniques used to create the artwork. ( To support this explanation more clearly, I send you a
video)
The visibility of my process and material can evoke a sense of amazement in viewers. It showcases
the versatility and potential of paper, not just as a carrier in itself, but as a means for artistic
expression. The visibility of the process and material adds another layer of fascination and
appreciation for the art form.
video artwork and plexiglass sides
video impressie licht-schaduw object. Liezette Gerrits
