Jan De Maesschalck approaches painting as a process of observation, selection, and imaginative reinterpretation. His works often feature figures and scenes drawn from art history, photographs, magazines, and personal experiences, which he transforms into his own intimate visual narratives. His early experience as a draughtsman for newspapers and art magazines informs his practice, lending his compositions a keen eye for detail, versatility across mediums, and a subtle engagement with social commentary. De Maesschalck’s fascination with light, shadow, and the techniques of the Old Masters shapes the mood of his paintings. Utilizing a rich, evocative color palette and carefully considered compositions, his works are at once enigmatic and seductive, inviting viewers to explore their layered meanings and engage with the narratives they suggest. By blending meticulous craftsmanship with contemporary sensibilities, his paintings offer a fresh perspective on the Belgian artistic tradition. They bridge historical influences and modern visual culture, creating works that resonate locally while speaking to a broader, global audience. ...
