In “DOWNSIDE UP,” Henk Jan Sanderman playfully reverses expectations by presenting a panda caught mid-handstand, legs in the air, clinging to a vertical grey beam. The painted porcelain on canvas medium adds a tactile dimensionality, making the panda appear as though it is tumbling out of the surface itself.
Sanderman’s style thrives on this mixture of humour, abstraction, and figurative storytelling. By combining the sculptural weight of porcelain with the flat expanse of canvas, he creates a dialogue between two and three dimensions. The panda’s expressive form, whimsical yet grounded, invites viewers to embrace spontaneity and see the world from a different angle.
The palette remains intentionally minimal: deep black and crisp white against neutral grey and pale blue. This simplicity allows the viewer to focus on the narrative of the pose. The lighthearted composition of “DOWNSIDE UP” resonates with themes of play, risk, and the beauty of looking at life upside down.
| Dimensions | 30 × 40 cm |
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