Thomas Thoelen Belgian, b. 2000
Biography
Thomas Thoelen, graduated with a masters degree in fine arts painting from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp.
The artist records anecdotal scenes from everyday life that induce melancholy and intimacy. His figurative works evoke elements of nostalgia and memory, while still carrying a contemporary sense of irony. This paradox defines the focus of Thoelen’s practice.
Exhibitions
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Kosmos
a solo by Thomas Thoelen 5 Sep - 4 Oct 2026With his exhibition Kosmos at Gallery Hioco Delany, painter Thomas Thoelen draws direct inspiration from the novel of the same name by the Polish author Witold Gombrowicz. In this 1965...Read more -
Art Antwerp '25
11 - 14 Dec 2025We are happy to announce that we will participate in the 5th edition of Art Antwerp. We will exhibit a diverse selection of works by Jamel Armand, Diego Boonen, Julien...Read more -
You left the door open
by Diego Boonen & Thomas Thoelen 28 Jun - 3 Aug 2025YOU LEFT THE DOOR OPEN presents new paintings by Thomas Thoelen (b. 2000) and Diego Boonen (b. 1993). Previous work by the two Antwerp-based artists was shown in their respective...Read more -
Art Antwerp
4th edition 12 - 15 Dec 2024We are thrilled to announce that we will participate in the 4th edition of Art Antwerp. We will exhibit a diverse selection of works by Jamel Armand, Diego Boonen, Guy...Read more
