Local artist Christiaan Starke showcases Escher-inspired drawings in Pekela town hall
Residents of Pekela can now admire 63 intricate pen drawings by 74-year-old Christiaan Starke, a local artist inspired by Maurits Escher. The exhibition, held in the town hall lobby, highlights Starke’s unique technique and creative journey, offering a touch of cultural charm to the community.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Artist | Christiaan Starke |
| Age | 74 |
| Number of drawings | 63 |
| Style | Maurits Escher-inspired pen drawings |
| Technique | Uses porcelain dishes for circles |
| Location | Pekela Town Hall, Raadhuislaan |
| Exhibition dates | Until July 5 |
| Town hall opening hours | Standard municipal hours |
The municipality of Pekela provides public spaces, such as the town hall, to promote local culture and community engagement. By hosting exhibitions like this, the local government supports artists and offers residents accessible cultural experiences.
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Exhibition of Christiaan Starke in town hall
From this week, an exhibition featuring pen drawings by Christiaan Starke can be admired in the lobby of the Pekela town hall. The 74-year-old Starke was born in Oude Pekela, grew up in Nieuwe Pekela, and currently lives in Veendam.
He began creating art last year at the urging of his brother and hasn’t stopped since. The 74-year-old artist has now produced 63 black-and-white drawings in the style of Maurits Escher.
For the circles in his drawings, Starke does not use a compass because it damages the paper. “I take my grandmother’s porcelain dishes from the cabinet and use the bottoms of cups and saucers as the circumference of the circles. Without my grandmother’s dishes, there would be no drawings...”
The exhibition can be viewed until July 5 during the town hall’s opening hours at Raadhuislaan in Oude Pekela.