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Learned Hopefulness

Learned Hopefulness
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when
November 2, 2024 - December 1, 2024
where
EXbunker

The title Learned Hopefulness refers to the psychological concept of “learned hopelessness.” In this exhibition, Noah Kim Spaans explores their own learned behaviors and thought patterns that arose during depression, with a focus on dismantling those patterns. With this, they aim to take a hopeful view on the recovery from mental health issues. They want to show through their work that changing small habits (no matter how deeply ingrained) can make a big difference. And that this can be a significant step towards self-acceptance and happiness.

If learned hopelessness exists, it is also possible to teach yourself hope.

Learned Hopefulness

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Twee modellen in high fashion: één met roze hoofddoek, rood jasje, kanten broek; de ander met afro, blauw-witte theepotjurk.
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Tagine and Tulips

Fatine Benouari

Tagine and Tulips tells the story of my bi-cultural identity, inspired by my grandmother’s journey as a first-generation Moroccan woman in the Netherlands. By merging Moroccan craftsmanship with Dutch traditional dress into textiles and form, I create a dialogue between past and present, heritage and environment. My work is an ode to migration, cultural blending and the richness of growing up bicultural. It reveals stories that often remain unseen and invites recognition and connection. For me, fashion serves as a social instrument and becomes a bridge between worlds where identity is not fixed but constantly evolving.

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Wilhelminapark 24A
3581 NE Utrecht