Reversible destiny office

when: September 30, 2020 - October 30, 2020
where: EXboot

Maria Klaassen-Andrianova transforms the EXboot into an imaginary environment, where time flows differently and destiny can be reversed.

For this site-specific installation the artist draws on the concept of “reversible destiny” coined by Shusaku Arakawa and Madeline Gins – they firmly believed that the architectural works that they created could transform the personal well-being and longevity of those who lived within them. Maria Klaassen-Andrianova pushes this philosophy a step further and sketches a phantasmagorical world where reversing destiny is an ordinary service on the market among many others.

The artist stretches the given properties of the space and transforms the “office” into an otherworldly meditative space. Playing with one’s perception, adding subtle details and inviting the viewer to question what is the original and what is the copy.

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Nijverheidskade 15
3534AZ Utrecht

Due to the unique and limited size of the cultural-historical site, EXboot is only accessible on foot and is not wheelchair accessible. There are no facilities for the hearing impaired (yet).

Een groep jonge mannen kijkt door het raam van de EXboot naar binnen

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The sand path museum

I cherish both my present and my past. Besides a space for high-profile art, one of my rooms also houses the Zandpad Museum. Here, I'll tell you about my illustrious past and introduce you to people who know me well—inside or out. Sit on my stool, gaze out the window, and listen to the many stories surrounding my life.

Short documentary 'The Sand Path'

The Zandpad Museum is screening a short documentary about the history of the Zandpad. You'll also find numerous audio clips of conversations with various people involved, including a former sex worker and former mayor Aleid Wolfsen.

This Zandpad documentary was made by Sylvie Kamphuis & Jaap Pronk (director), Bram Engelaar (camera), Doenja Abel (production), Twan Bracco Gartner (music), and Bald Beeld (editing). Thanks to the interviewees: Aleid Wolfsen (former mayor of the Municipality of Utrecht), Brenda Oude Breuil (criminologist at Utrecht University), Jannie Teunissen (De Tussenvoorziening), the former sex worker, and the former client of Zandpad. The documentary was made possible in part by the Municipality of Utrecht, KF Heinfonds, Mondriaanfonds, and RTV Utrecht.

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