Suzanne Vellema

As an artist, I, Suzanne Vellema, strive to create work that captures the synergy and connection between humans and horses. My primary focus is on exploring the relationship between humans and horses and how they can form a unique bond that transcends their differences.

I aim to capture the feeling of unity and harmony that arises when I’m with my horse, as if we’re dancing together. I experiment with different media, such as textile, photography, and video, to convey the essence of my horse’s movements, colors, and texture, and to share that feeling with my audience.

In some of my works, I delve into the intersection of spirituality and horses, exploring the historical and cultural significance of these majestic animals. I incorporate horsehair, textiles and metal in abstract forms to evoke their symbolism and power.

Horses and art have always been a part of my life, and merging the two is a natural expression of my passion and inspiration. My horse is not just a subject for my art, but a lifelong companion and a source of joy and creativity.



Biography:
Suzanne Vellema (1989) grew up in a small rural town in the northern parts of Friesland (the Netherlands). Throughout her childhood, she immersed herself in drawing, painting...

Bachelor of Fine Art - Minerva Hanze Hogeschool, Groningen, The Netherlands

Upcoming Exhbitions:
- 11/15 August, Dutch Equine Art Fair, Amsterdam

Previous Exhbitions:
2023 – Noble, De Paardenkamp, Soest, the Netherlands
2023 – If I were a horse, Solo exhibition, Gallery Noord, Groningen, the Netherlands
2022 – Storytellers, De Paardenkamp, Soest
2021 – Art & Cavallo, Fiera Cavalli, Verona, Italy
2018 – Join the Reunion, Kunstpodium T, Tilburg
2018 – Meanderen, Galerie Noord, Groningen
2017 – Kunst en Klassiek aan de Vaart, Assen
2016 – Manege, curated by Wilco Tuinebreijer, Art-Deli, Amsterdam
2015 – Kunstschouw Zeeland, Burghsluis
2014 – Een Goed Begin, CBK Drente, Assen
2014 – Bachelor Finals Academie Minerva, Groningen
2013 – Oud en Nieuw, Leerling/Meester, Kunstpodium T, Tilburg
Maria Roosen, Paula van Doorn, Syle van Olst, Elise van Meene, Lina van Hassel en Suzanne Vellema.
2013 – Minerva, Groningen
2012 – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, Groningen
2012 – Nine, Groningen
2011 – Nuchter Noord, Punt WG, Amsterdam