Daan Van Doorn

Biography
Spurred on by my grandfather who was a painter / sculptor , I have been enthusiastic about making art from an early age . I have painted portraits since childhood , I have always found this the most fascinating subject . The portrait is one of the most popular subjects for artists, so it is important to remain original in this genre. The point is not only to paint a good looking portrait, but also an interesting and captivating work of art. It is said about my work: “Daan van Doorn has a personal handwriting within the palette of portrait painting. His paintings are undeniably contemporary and authentic Van Doorn shows the person behind the face: the depth of the person. His works are characteristic and represent a subtle psychological view of man. Outer and inner beauty mix on the canvas into a penetrating whole. The painted portrait is a valuable addition to the prevailing digital image culture. A good portrait is not only a striking resemblance, but above all a great work of art that continues to fascinate thanks to composition and use of color. Daan van Doorn has developed his own expression within figurative painting. He uses natural pigments and earth tones. Daan van Doorn's distinct style has led to commissions at ...

Willem de Kooning Accademie

2020
Museu Europeu d'Art Modern, Barcelona
Bantierra Building-Palace, Zaragoza
Art Up, Lille
PAN Amsterdam

2019
PAN Amsterdam
Portret van Jane Goodall, UK

2018
Groninger Museum, Freek & Hella de Jonge, “Het Volle Leven”
Marie Tak van Poortvliet Museum, Domburg, “RAAK”
Chelsea Flower Show, UK
PAN Amsterdam
Portrait commission H.D. Melchers, Museum MORE, Gorssel

2017
PAN Amsterdam
AAF Battersea, Londen
Chelsea Flower Show, UK

2016
AAF Battersea & AAF Hampstead, Londen
KunstRai, Amsterdam

2014
Amstel Hotel
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
National Portrait Gallery, Londen

2013
National Portrait Gallery, Londen
Aberdeen Art Gallery
TEFAF, Maastricht
Realisme, Amsterdam

2012
TEFAF, Maastricht

2011
National Portrait Gallery, Londen
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
Literatuurmuseum / Nederlands Letterkundig Museum, Den Haag

2010
Museum De Fundatie, Zwolle
Literatuurmuseum / Nederlands Letterkundig Museum, Den Haag

1993-2009
Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
The Sharjah Art Museum, Dubai
Royal Society of Portrait Painters, Londen
Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam