zandbank

is a platform for writing from and on art. We facilitate the production and dissemination of research and writing, both contemporary and archival. We believe in slow reflection, in sustainable criticism, and the power of extensive contemplations and considerations - and wish to move away from "actuality" and rushed writings. We are rooted in Grunnen [Groningen], Netherlands and founded by Dinnis van Dijken & Michiel Teeuw in 2024.

You can find us on pixelfed, instagram and contact us at platform.zandbank[at]gmail[dot]com.

part of SIGN 1988-2018 (WIP)

STATEMENTS

Machiel Braaksma - 1993

"An image should be modest enough to be able to keep its mouth shut, and brazen enough again not to be walked over"

"An image should become so absolute that it can be relative again, i.e. be carried through so far that it no longer remains stuck in a climax, but again gives the opportunity to be allowed to exhale"

"An image should be so potent that the uncompromising thing it has is not only persistent but also engaging"