This large-scale drawing Ophelia (200 × 150 cm, created with pastel and Siberian chalk on paper) will be exposed during the special edition of BIG ART 2026 at the Codrico Factory in Rotterdam.
The work is a hyperrealistic interpretation of Ophelia, the tragic heroine from William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Drawing on the enduring symbolism of water, the piece reflects on themes of vulnerability, loss, and the fragile boundary between beauty and despair. The meticulous rendering invites close observation while confronting the viewer with the emotional intensity of the subject of this oversized drawing.
The distinctive character of the Codrico Factory offers a meaningful setting for the work. Its industrial architecture, weathered surfaces, and close relationship to the river create a powerful dialogue with Ophelia, where the contrast between the delicacy of the drawing and the rawness of the space heightens the work’s emotional resonance. An installation in natural daylight, near a window overlooking the water, reinforces this connection and allows the surrounding environment to become part of the viewing experience.
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