English:Karl van Welden (Q168779)

In 2006 Karl Van Welden (°1980, Belgium) initiated Verenigde Planeten/United Planets, a cycle of visual and performative works based on terrestrial or human presence in the universe. How does humankind relate to the immensity of the universe? Using the planets in our solar system as anchor points, he searches for artistic answers to this fundamental question, with a predilection for silenced movement and architectural forms. As an atmospheric backdrop, each planet represents another series of projects; using different disciplines and depending on the content, Welden searches the appropriate format for every new project. He often works in situ, letting the unusual locations become an important active partner and source of inspiration.