By Karen van der Vliet
26 × 20 cm, 2025
Mixed acrylic paint on cotton, framed

With Bubblegum, Karen van de Vliet captures the cheerful spontaneity of everyday moments in bold, playful forms.

Using a thick, sticky medium that spills naturally over bespoke frames, her newest works blur the boundaries between painting and object. The vibrant surfaces seem to bubble and grow, evoking memories of carefree days and childlike wonder. Bringing colour, texture, and a sense of joyful nostalgia into the room, Bubblegum is an invitation to embrace the beauty of the unexpected.