January 25th, 2010 
I have to admit it: I’m still a little behind on the modern art scene. My sister is an interior designer and, frankly, much more hip than I. In fact, her obsession with modern art is probably what kept me away from it altogether. However, in my time in DC, I have had the pleasure of coming across a series of different artists who live and thrive in the modern space.
One such artist is Edmond van der Bijl, a DC native. I attend his previous show at the Affinity Lab space on 18th Street and heard from friends of his newest installation in Georgetown. They have raved about its accessibility, candor and true creative genius.
When asked to describe his artistic statement, van der Bijl shared that:
The “common” or “everyday” object is reconfigured, challenging the associations one might have of the object on its own. The resulting object puts into question its original functionality and proposes a new one: an object of aesthetic value.
The process involves multiplying the unit by itself and results in structures that echo organic forms found in nature. A tension is created between the manufactured qualities of the units in their original state and the natural profiles they acquire as sculptures.
Known for displaying his works of found and recycled items in alternative spaces, his newest exhibit is in an empty showroom at 3307 M St in Georgetown.The exhibit will be open at various times during the week of January 25-31 and by appointment. Additional viewings will be held on Thursday, January 28th from 6-8pm and Saturday January 30th from 12pm- 7pm. You can contact the artist directly be email @ info@akamundo.com.
Soon to be taking up residency in Berlin for an M.F.A program, this may be your last chance to see the dynamic artist in DC. So, go out there and snap up all the art before those Germans can. I’ll be at the Saturday viewing, hope to see you there!
I love Van Der Bijl
I am glad you discovered him!
[...] Hexagon, a collection of new sculptures by Edmond van der Bijl featuring the ‘Hexagon Series’ was an independently produced show that took place in an empty retail space at 3307 M St. NW Georgetown, DC from 1/23/10 – 2/1/10. Click here for more Read about the show on: -www.brightestyoungthings.com -www.askmissa.com [...]
[...] Hexagon, a collection of new sculptures by Edmond van der Bijl featuring the ‘Hexagon Series’ was an independently produced show that took place in an empty retail space at 3307 M St. NW Georgetown, DC from 1/23/10 – 2/1/10. Click here for more Read about the show on: -www.brightestyoungthings.com -www.askmissa.com [...]