Danny Giesbers

About

Danny Giesbers, born in 1986 in Roermond, Netherlands, is a Dutch contemporary abstract painter currently based in The Hague. Known for his methodical, algorithmic approach combined with intuitive processes, Giesbers creates contemporary paintings that appear digitally inspired yet are entirely analog. His work explores the juxtapositions between control and chaos, investigating the complexities of movement, form, and transformation through a unique technique influenced by screenprinting, traditional printmaking, and Japanese methods. Education While self-taught as an artist, Giesbers' formal education is in business, having completed two degrees: a Bachelor's in International Business and Languages, followed by a Master's in Business Administration with a specialization in Strategic Management. His studies included international experience with a minor in Cracow and an internship in Vienna. Though not formally trained in art, Giesbers notes that his business education, particularly in strategic management, has enhanced his ability to develop artistic concepts and run his art practice professionally. Inspiration His work draws significant influence from Abstract Expressionism, particularly artists like Jackson Pollock, Gerhard Richter, and Willem de Kooning. Giesbers is drawn to works that balance chaos with serenity, citing additional influences from Mark Rothko's color field paintings and Dan Flavin's fluorescent light works. His "Minimal Complexity" series employs minimal movements and calming colors to induce a state of peace in viewers, while his "Shifts" series explores themes of transformation and the interrelationships between forces in the physical world. Technique Giesbers has developed a distinctive painting method that combines algorithmic precision with intuitive execution. His process involves applying seemingly textureless paint strokes separated by transparent layers, with each stroke playing a crucial role in the overall composition. Notable is his