Alu Xtra
Toon Van Ishoven
Alu Xtra — Toon Van Ishoven
In the studio of Alu Xtra, which specialises in aluminium windows and doors, artist Toon Van Ishoven created a calming and visually playful mural. The wooden structure inside the building received a subtle artwork combining natural elements and shades of green with black and white accents, fully in line with the restyling of the space.
The mural not only brings colour and calm, but also contains a subtle nod to the company's business: a trompe-l'oeil effect with an open door or window that gives the work depth and meaning. In this way, art blends seamlessly with architecture and everyday work.
About the
Artist
Toon Van Ishoven is an Antwerp, Belgium-based visual artist/designer. He creates murals, paintings, graphic and audiovisual designs. He creates both original, free art and commissioned works. He likes to alternate between solo work and collaborations with theater directors, writers, choreographers, fellow artists, etc. Each wall influences the content he chooses for it. He often integrates the specific shape or architectural features of a building, a column or an interior space into his design. His painting technique consists of about 2/3 brushwork and 1/3 spray and/or airbrush. It allows him to give the piece a substantial level of realism and a 3-dimensional feel.
Onze laatste
projecten.
Pheasant — Han Coussement
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Dreaming — Smates
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The Sun’s Farewell Ballet — Krimsone
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Plaza09 — a Squid Called Sebastian & Kiuw
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Clematis Armandi — Doa Oa
Doa Oa draws inspiration from Louis van Houtte’s botanical legacy for a new mural in Oud Gentbrugge.
Victoria Regiapark — Ciclope Art
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Project
Do you have an office, kids room or a blank wall at home that could use a unique lick of paint? Or do you have a project in mind where graffiti and street art can be an added value? An event, promotional campaign or other creative ideas? We work everything out with you from start to finish!
Blogs
Abstract Session — How it all began
Abstract Sessions originated from a simple but bold question: what happens when you dedicate an entire wall to abstract art? Together with a diverse group of artists from across Europe, we brought colour, energy and experimentation together in a unique creative process.
Waarom kunst in de publieke ruimte?
Kunst in de publieke ruimte is een must. Het toont wie we zijn of willen zijn als stad, gemeente of dorp. Kunst kan verbinden, verbazen, maar ook tot discussie leiden. Het stemt tot nadenken en gesprek. En is dat niet het doel?
Street art: the street belongs to everyone
Street art has long ceased to be merely "anti" or a paragon of anarchy. Today, thanks in part to this art form, the idea that public space belongs to everyone is alive.