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‘Zeeland’ exhibition in De Oostkerk, Middelburg 02-07 / 27-08-2025

Photographer Jeroen Hofman returns to the memories of his youth with this photo exhibition. In his signature style, he captures the raw beauty of Zeeland. Vast nature reserves, wide empty beaches, and the ever-changing tides define the landscape. The salty wind and the scent of clay become almost tangible as you view these images. This is the ultimate tribute to the place where Hofman’s love for Zeeland began

Declaration of Love to Zeeland
The photos were briefly on display at Galerie Wouter van Leeuwen in Amsterdam, but have not yet been shown elsewhere. A short presentation also took place during the “Zeeland Day” in early February in The Hague and made a deep impression on those present. Now, it’s time for the people of Zeeland and tourists alike to experience this special declaration of love for Zeeland.

“In every pixel, the soul of Zeeland sparkles.”
— de Volkskrant

Magnificent Photo Book
The stunning photographs are collected in the magnificent photo book Zeeland, featuring a written contribution by author and journalist Franca Treur, a foreword by Jeroen Hofman, and a conversation between architect and urban planner Henk Hartzema and historical geographer Aad de Klerk.

The photo book Jeroen Hofman – Zeeland (Hannibal Books, 2024) is available for purchase during the exhibition at De Oostkerk for the special summer price of €49.95.

Photo Exhibitions at De Oostkerk

De Oostkerk in Middelburg offers this opportunity during the months of July and August. Eighteen large photos, measuring 120 by 155 cm on panels, will be on display daily from July 2nd through August 27th, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this period, guided tours of De Oostkerk, including a visit to the dome, will also take place.

De Oostkerk annually hosts other photo exhibitions such as the Zilveren Camera in May and, for the sixth consecutive year, the World Press Photo Exhibition in September. In our opinion, contemporary photographs come particularly alive in the unique architecture and historical context of De Oostkerk. This is certainly true for the Zeeland photos by Jeroen Hofman, which will bring great joy to many locals and tourists alike.

New Special Edition: Amsterdam Central Station

Special Edition Art Release: Amsterdam Central Station

I am proud to announce the exclusive release of a Special Edition photo set featuring two images of Amsterdam’s iconic Central Station. Each photo has been carefully selected for its perspective, detail, and atmosphere—offering a striking tribute to one of the Netherlands’ most historic transport hubs. Printed on high-quality archival paper and signed by hand, this edition is limited and will not be reprinted.

Whether you’re a lover of architecture, travel, or Amsterdam itself, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city’s timeless charm.

Now available in Edition of 10 (per image) printed on Innova 310 gr. Baryta, image is mounted ‘floating’ in a beautiful Oak frame with museum glass, made by Frame Products. The size is 54 x 70 cm.

The price is € 1.250 (all in, per frame/image) Send me an email for your order: info@jeroenhofman.com

New Diptych, Wassenaar

At Art Rotterdam my newest work will be presented by Galerie Wouter van Leeuwen. This work was made on a foggy morning in Wassenaar and part of new series about the coastline around The Hague. For this specific work we chose for a different way of presentation. This new way of framing has been done by Frame Products. Just look at the details, pure craftsmanship.

Art Rotterdam is one of the mayor art fairs in the Netherlands. This year it will be on a new location; Rotterdam Ahoy. Opening on Thursday 27 March is by invitation only. Friday 28 March to Sunday 30 march, Opening times are from 11.00 to 19.00.

About me

Jeroen Hofman 1976 — The Netherlands

THE PERSPECTIVE OF AN AERIAL PLATFORM

Whether documenting the city parks of Amsterdam and Rotterdam or the Frisian islands, I have a particular method: working from up high, standing on an elevated platform. The trouble of renting a hydraulic hoist for every shoot pays off: seen from a bird’s eye view, the architecture of the parks, or the vastness and tranquility of the islands, become clearly visible. It’s a height at which you can no longer understand what the people below are saying and the birds above you are just out of reach.

photo by Koos Breukel

For my latest project, ‘EILAND’, I visited the Frisian Islands in the Wadden Sea. They are a popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. The islands are the perfect natural escape; a place where endless thoughts make way for endless horizons.

A few works have since been bought by private collectors and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for its embassies. Much of my commercial work is offered to me by people who have seen my personal work and want to incorporate my style or aesthetic fingerprint into their products or projects.

Jeroen Hofman (b. 1976, NL) studied photography at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. He experienced his big breakthrough with Playground (2011), a series in which he photographed emergency response training facilities in his now characteristic manner. Inspired by the work of Hans van der Meer, Edward Burtynsky, Gregory Crewdson and others, he began taking photographs from a high vantage point. Gradually, the role of the landscape became more important in his work. In Park (2018) Hofman documented communal spaces and how we share them. As well as producing autonomous work, Hofman also makes portraits. He has won several awards and prizes, including the Silver Camera twice: once for Playground and, in 2014, for a portrait of Hans van Manen.

For more info you can check this interview. © Koos de Wilt

Exhibitions & Awards

2025
Solo Exhibition 'Zeeland', June/August, Oostkerk Middelburg
2024
'Zeeland' Solo exhibition 2024, Galerie Wouter van Leeuwen
2024
UNSEEN PHOTOFAIR 2024, Galerie Wouter van Leeuwen
2024
200 Years KNRM, National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam
2023
'Human Nature', Groupshow, Red Cross/Prix Pictet. Genève.
2022
Soloshow, 'EILAND' Galerie Wouter van Leeuwen, Amsterdam
2022
'EILAND', Solo Exhibition, Fotomuseum Den Haag
2021
Silver Award, ADCN Awards, 'Bereft City'
2020
Lensculture Winner Critics' Choice Award
2020
Clervaux (L) Cité de l'image, Zeeland. Group Exhibition
2017
Noorderlicht Photofestival/NUCLEUS, Forensics, group exhibition
2016
Solo exhibition, 'Amsterdam Park', Amsterdam City Archives
2015
ADCN, Lamp, Portrait of Lieuwe van Gogh, Vrij Nedeland
2014
1st Price - Zilveren Camera - portrait single. Hans van Manen
2013
Grant, The Amsterdam Fund for the Arts, Amsterdam City Archives, documentary assignment 2013.
2012
AOP (UK), gold
2011
Critical Mass, Photo Lucida
2010
Honorable Mention New York Photofestival - Photographic Book
2009
Grant - Fonds Anna Cornelis
2009
Grant - Stichting Sem Presser Archief

Publications & Monographs

2015
WIRED magazine publication of Forensics
2010
GUP Magazine, Coalminers, The Black Issue CREATIE, guest editor in chief, 'Been there, done that"

Publications & Monographs

2015
WIRED magazine publication of Forensics
2010
GUP Magazine, Coalminers, The Black Issue CREATIE, guest editor in chief, 'Been there, done that"