XANDER MATERNÉ
Xander Materné is a Belgian artist born in Leuven in 1997. With a background in illustration and autonomous visual arts.
His paintings are defined by expressive, sometimes aggressive lines, focusing on texture and shadow, often reminiscent of bas-relief.
Inspired by diverse cultural influences and children's art, he does not censor his artwork based on what people might think.
His works explore themes of transformation, primal imagery, and raw emotions, engaging viewers with their bold, skeletal forms and thick, tactile paint.
Xander also teaches at the Art Academy of Leuven.
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic, Wallpaint and oilpastel on panel
Colors: Black, White, Red
Variations: One of a kind
L 50 cm
W 6 cm
H 50 cm
+/- 10 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic panel
Colors: Blue, white, yellow, pink
Variations: One of a kind
L 60,5 cm
W 117 cm
+/- 2 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas
Colors: Black, white, grey
Variations: One of a kind
L 70 cm
W 90 cm
+/- 2 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic and gouache on panel
Colors: Red, grey, blue, white
Variations: One of a kind
L 30 cm
W 30 cm
+/- 1 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic on canvas
Colors: Blue, red, white
Variations: One of a kind
L 90 cm
W 60 cm
+/- 1 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic and oilpastel on canvas
Colors: Black, White, Pink
Variations: One of a kind
L 40 cm
W 120 cm
+/- 1 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic and oilpastel on panel
Colors: Blue, white, red, green
Variations: One of a kind
L 164 cm
W 85 cm
+/- 13 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic and gouache on plaster and styrofoam
Colors: White, black, red, green
Variations: One of a kind
L 40 cm
W 21 cm
+/- 1 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic and gouache on pallet board
Colors: Blue, white, pink, black
Variations: One of a kind
L 90 cm
W 65 cm
+/- 3 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic and oilpaste on panel
Colors: Blue, Black, White
Variations: One of a kind
L 112 cm
W 150 cm
+/- 15 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic and oilpastel on canvas
Colors: Black, blue, red, white, yellow
Variations: One of a kind
L 120 cm
W 120 cm
+/- 2 kg
'Many Faces' is a study of human expression, delving into the raw surprise and
agony of primate-like figures as I explore the fine line between what makes a being appear human. My fascination with masks, faces, and the subtle nuances of facial expressions has long captivated me. The face is the first thing we notice when meeting someone—it’s the gateway to their emotions, the unspoken language we all instinctively understand. It serves as our primary identifier, asking the silent questions: Who are you? What are you?"
Materials: Acrylic on canvas
Colors: Black, White, Red
Variations: One of a kind
L 90 cm
W 130 cm
+/- 2 kg
This project explores the rich symbolism of the Chinese zodiac, a fascination sparked by my deep dive into Chinese history, mythology, and philosophy. While I don't subscribe to faith or religion, I find the wisdom of Buddhist teachings compelling. Each zodiac animal carries its own unique personality and story, and I aim to bring these characters to life through my interpretation. The blend of mythology and character interpretation makes these animals more than mere symbols—they become windows into a cultural legacy that is both mystical and profound.
Materials: Acrylic and oilpastel on panel
Colors: Red, grey, blue, white
Variations: One of a kind
L 112 cm
W 150 cm
+/- 1,5 kg
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