A fascination for the eternal cyclic movement of nature lies at the basis of Leon Veerman’s sculptures. He enjoys experiencing the natural world; it calms and charges him. The organic form is a recurring theme in his sculptures; he often utilizes the sphere shape as his starting point. Because the organic forms in nature are universal, anything can be read into his sculptures. Veerman’s sculptures give the associations of the viewer a free rein. Sometimes Veerman’s work is purely abstract, sometimes he gives his bird figures almost human qualities. They fly graciously or dive downwards like vultures. The study of shape is at the core of his abstract work. He can, for instance, cut the globular shape into slices and then shift them away from each other or he can illustrate what happens when a hole is cut through a sphere and the inside becomes partially visible. The balance between volumes and opposites of form always play a significant role. He pays a great deal of attention to the colour and treatment of the surface of his sculptures. Various surface textures and lively variations in colour intensify the form of these sculptures.
Education: Academy of Fine Arts, Utrecht
