Mixed Media on Old Cutting Board, 2021, 52 x 28 CM (inc, iron cast)

Mixed Media on old Cuttingboard - An Intuitive Portrait of Memories
In the artwork Mixed Media on Old Chopping Board, Portrait of Woven Memories (2021), Mart Visser transforms an everyday object into a powerful piece of art. The chopping board, imbued with signs of use and history, becomes the canvas for an abstract portrait. Visser, known for his intuitive approach, employs materials such as cardboard, polyurethane, and wood, often sourced from his surroundings. These materials are applied to the weathered surface of the chopping board, creating a layered and textured portrait. The combination of the aged wood and modern materials fosters a dialogue between past and present, functionality and art.

Repurposing and Symbolism in Visser’s Work
Visser is renowned for his use of found and discarded materials, giving them a second life in his artworks. By utilizing something old and worn as a canvas, he invites the viewer to reconsider material, time, and humanity. Objects with a history fascinate Visser. A chopping board, used by many and having lived a full life, serves as an inspiring subject for him. This piece fits within Visser’s oeuvre, where he seeks the essence of identity, vulnerability, and strength. The absence of clear facial features in the portrait allows the viewer to project their own stories and emotions onto the artwork. The abstract representation of the face encourages reflection on the complexity of human existence and the significance of the object.