The beginning of 2025 has been nothing short of exhilarating. Last year, I was approached by the esteemed Ghent gallery Francis Maere Fine Arts with an invitation to exhibit at the upcoming BRAFA Art Fair in Brussels.
This wasn’t our first collaboration; Francis, the gallery owner, has also been organizing OAF, an eclectic art festival held at a historic farmstead on the outskirts of Ghent. I have had the honor of being invited to showcase my work at OAF on two occasions. Given our established relationship and mutual understanding, we carefully selected 15 pieces to present at BRAFA.
As described by BRAFA, the fair is defined by Excellence, Elegance, and Conviviality—values that have elevated it to one of the world’s most prestigious art events. The 70th edition of BRAFA, which concluded on Sunday, February 2nd, set a new record with 72,000 visitors from across Europe, spanning all generations.
At BRAFA, I was able to share more than just static works; I also performed during the fair’s busiest days. Over the first four days, during the Thursday evening nocturne, and throughout the final weekend, I created and deconstructed Construction IV in a continuous loop, engaging directly with visitors.
In conclusion, BRAFA 2025 has been a fantastic—albeit exhausting—experience. I’ve had the privilege of connecting with both new and familiar faces, and it has been rewarding to see such a positive response to my work. From an economic perspective, both Francis and I were pleased with the results, as 87% of the pieces I exhibited were sold.
You can view the works I showcased in Brussels through the following links: