Title: Some masks disguise, others bring out the best in us.
Location: Ostend, Belgium
Artist: Motelseven
For: The Crystal Ship Oostende
Curated by: All About Things
Address: Ensorinstituut
Year: 2024
Photo credits: JULES CÉSURE
ABOUT THE MURAL:
“Humour and darkness come together in this bright-coloured mural by Motelseven for The Crystal Ship Oostende, paying hommage to the self deprecating soul that was James Ensor.
“A creampuff gone rotten” or “Chou à la crème qui a pourri” refers to both his playful, dark and tongue in week work as to the other passion of Motel7’s: pastry.”
The Crystal Ship Oostende
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
“Drumroll, please! The Crystal Ship 2024 wraps up after two weeks of painting, resulting in vivid new street artworks across the city of Ostend!
From impressive murals to subtle interventions, this year’s festival boasts an impressive lineup of international artists. Each piece tells a story inspired by James Ensor and invites you to explore the carnival that life can be.
The Crystal Ship Oostende is curated by All About Things and was this year co-curated by Carlo McCormick (US), renowned cultural critic, curator, authority on contemporary art and a lifelong enthusiast of James Ensor.”
For more info, visit the website
The Crystal Ship Oostende
USEFUL LINKS:
Motelseven in this blog | Website | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook fan page
Categories: OperArt, Street art
Barbara Picci 