CLOSER
For the CLOSER project, artist Wim Tellier exhibits a canvas print measuring 105 x 68 metres and weighing 3 tonnes. It depicts a man wearing a fire suit. "You see one individual, a man in a fire suit, striking a very confident pose," Tellier explains. "He seems invincible, as if nothing can happen to him. But that is only an illusion, because the man in the protective suit eventually takes on a completely different form. The suit is perforated and sunflowers grow through it, creating a stark contrast with that initially confident pose. The organic seeds overpower him and eventually overwhelm him." Tellier chose the sunflower as a symbol of modesty and as a nod to the sun. Once the project has ended, the entire canvas will be recycled into beach chairs.
Accessibility
The meadow and the watchtower are freely accessible.
You may enter the watchtower at your own risk.
The Municipal Authorities of Knokke-Heist accept no liability in the event of accidents.
Please respect nature.
Wheelchair users can admire the artwork from the car park of hospital AZ Zeno.
Parking
AZ Zeno, Kalvekeetdijk 260, 8300 Knokke-Heist.
The paying car park is located right next to the hospital.
There are more than 750 parking spaces available, some of which are covered.
Photo's by Hugo Van Beveren / project CLOSER
