Masterclass by photographer Gilleam Trapenberg*

In this inspiring Masterclass, photographer Gilleam Trapenberg will take you through his creative process and the inspirations behind his work. His solo exhibition Playa at the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam serves as the starting point for this personal story. Trapenberg will share how, as an artist, he makes strategic choices in presenting his work and the role the audience plays in those decisions.

Central to the Masterclass is the interaction between the artist, the audience, and the curator. How can you make your work accessible to a (wide) audience, and what creative and practical considerations come into play?

Curator Sanneke Huisman, who curated the Playa exhibition, will moderate the Masterclass and provide a behind-the-scenes perspective. She will talk about her role as a curator, the choices she makes when selecting and presenting artworks, and how she collaborates with artists like Trapenberg to bring their vision to life.

This Masterclass is a unique opportunity to not only learn from Trapenberg’s personal insights but also to discover how a curator and artist work together to create an exhibition.

Masterclass Program

9:15 AM | Doors open and opportunity to visit the exhibition
10:00 AM | Start of the Masterclass
10:00 AM | In-depth discussion between Gilleam and Sanneke
10:30 AM | Follow-up discussion, with the opportunity to ask questions
11:00 AM | Opportunity to visit the exhibitions, where Gilleam and Sanneke will be available to answer questions.

Key Information

• Wednesday, October 16, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (doors open at 9:15 AM with the opportunity to visit the exhibition)
• Exclusively organized for art academy students. Not a student but still interested? You’re welcome to join too!
• Language: English
• Cost: Free (excluding museum admission, you can pay at the counter upon entry)
• Museum admission is free for visitors under 18, with a Museumkaart, Rotterdampas, VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART, ICOM pass, Rembrandt pass, Museum Friend, Teacher’s pass, or as a companion to a visitor with a disability. Schiedam residents can enter the museum for €6.00.
• Note: Capacity is limited, reserve your spot via this link.