About Wiebe
Wiebe van Dingen (1954, Loppersum). Visual artist since 1992, art teacher in secondary education.
I grew up in the north of the country, at a time when every village still had its craftsmen. The different trades seemed so accessible, as if they would never die out: clog maker, butcher, carpenter, cabinetmaker, goldsmith, clockmaker. Through my inquiring mind and a growing awareness of God, I developed a feel for beauty, for human relationships and for natural processes.
At 27, after a visit to the Rijksmuseum, an interesting creative process began. In the years that followed, latent interests awoke and pieces of the puzzle fell into place. I felt a growing need to learn skills in working wood, (precious) metal and glass. Various courses followed. The skills I developed and the pleasure of working with people led me to choose a career as a fully qualified art teacher.
The jewellery and sculptures that have come into being over time show a process in which personal development and a refined visual ability find expression. This leads to special stories and unforgettable encounters, which in turn become the impetus for new work.
Shall we meet?
Whether it is for more information, an order, an exhibition, a commission, art rental, a personal piece of jewellery or a workshop, you are most welcome.