About
Artist Statement.
The Colorful and Expressive Abstract Art of Lambert Oostrum
Lambert Oostrum is a contemporary artist known for his vibrant abstract paintings. With a unique blend of bold colors, dynamic forms, and emotional depth, he conveys his personal vision and reflections on the world.
From a young age, Oostrum had a fascination with art and color. After studying at the Academy of Art in The Hague, he developed his distinctive style, inspired by masters such as Kandinsky, Willem de Kooning, Asger Jorn, and Pollock. His works are characterized by intense use of color, thick layers of paint, and abstract motifs that often explore themes such as human emotions, nature, and existence.
Oostrum’s creative process is intuitive and organic, allowing himself to be guided by the interaction of color and form. His often large-scale works invite viewers to reflect and form an emotional connection.
With exhibitions in Europe and numerous awards, Oostrum is an influential figure in the contemporary art world. His paintings not only offer visual splendor but also provide inspiration and comfort, ensuring they resonate with generations to come.
Lambert Oostrum
Man, born 01-04-1955 in Schiedam, the Netherlands.
Worked and lived until 2007 as an artist in Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
Works and lives since 2008 in Almelo in the Netherlands.
Education
1982-1986, Royal Academy of Arts, Den Haag, the Netherlands
department: painting, drawing, design, degree 1986
Prices
1987
Winner Alfons Blomme Award
1988
Workshop European Ceramic Workcentre,'s Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands
2012
Winner jury price Herman Krikhaar award
2015
Nominated for the HermanKrikhaar award
2016/2017
Nominated for Art Overijssel
2022 Winner jury price Herman Krikhaar award
What you see is what you see.