Mixed Media on Ancient French Wooden Washboard, 2020, 58 x 31 CM

Mixed Media on Old Cutting Board – Portrait of Intertwined Memories (2021)
An intuitive fusion of material and emotion; in the artwork mixed media on old cutting board Mart Visser transforms an everyday object into a profound work of art. The old cutting board, imbued with traces of use and history, functions as the foundation for an abstract portrait. Visser, known for his intuitive working method, uses materials such as cardboard, polyurethane and wood, which he often collects himself. These materials are applied to the weathered surface of the cutting board, creating a layered and textured image. The combination of the aged wood and modern materials creates a dialogue between past and present, functionality and art.

Repurposing and Symbolism in Visser's Work
Visser is known for his use of found and discarded materials, which he gives a second life in his artworks. By using something old and worn as a canvas, he invites the viewer to look differently at material, time and humanity. This work fits within Visser's oeuvre in which he searches for 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. This approach reflects Visser's fascination with the human form. Creating artworks is an intuitive process for Visser and his search for inner integrity and authenticity in his art.