CV of Maikel de Laat

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Maikel de Laat, born in Tilburg, The Netherlands in 1975, is a contemporary painter based in Eindhoven. Specializing in oil paintings on canvas or board, de Laat is best known for depicting urban scenes and skylines in a vivid, impressionistic style. His work centers around combining people, architecture, and natural elements within city settings. Whether capturing the energy of large cities like New York or the charm of small towns in the Netherlands, De Laat’s paintings bring to life the interplay between urban and natural environments. His projects and series often explore this theme, creating a narrative beyond traditional urban landscapes.

Maikel de Laat has showcased his art at notable exhibitions, including the Brabant Art Fair in Tilburg, The Netherlands. With a continued commitment to his craft, Maikel de Laat contributes significantly to the contemporary art scene, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of urban life and natural surroundings.

Exhibitions and events

• 2017 Open Studio Day, Eindhoven
• 2019 Pinkstermarkt, Eindhoven
• 2023 Brabant Art Fair, Koepelhal Tilburg
• 2024 Plein Air Painting at BASdag, ‘s-Hertogenbosch
• 2024 Group exhibition “Tilburgs Kunstenaarsproject”, Galerie De Roos, Tilburg
• 2025 Solo exhibition, de Kruisruimte, Eindhoven (March 22nd and 23rd)

Tilburgs Kunstenaarsproject 2024

In November 2024, Maikel participated in the Tilburgs Kunstenaarsproject and its accompanying exhibition at Galerie De Roos. Alongside 39 other artists, he created a painting inspired by the work of the Brabant artist Jan Sluijters. Maikel was particularly captivated by how Sluijters depicted skies and trees in his Herfstlandschap bij Laren (Autumn Landscapes near Laren) studies from circa 1910. The color palette of Sluijters’ skies is reflected in this painting, as are the autumnal hues in the trees. This aligns seamlessly with Maikel’s recognizable color use and brushstroke style. The painting was sold during the exhibition.

Brabant Art Fair 2023