Albert Willem, Part 2, Cruising Magic Land (5), 2023

"Albert Willem is a Belgian artist who started painting at 36 and quickly established himself on lnstagram. His work broke out onto the auction market in May 2022 and rapidly peaked at $213,955 by the end of the Spring. In January 2023, a bidder pushed the artist's record to $295,219 at Sotheby's with The mountain air provided a pleasant atmosphere." - James Kerbey, Expert at Maddox Advisory

Why investing in Albert Willem?
Born in Belgium in 1979, is a contemporary artist renowned for his whimsical and clever paintings characterized by a simplistic style. Despite lacking formal art training, he immersed himself in the art world by frequenting galleries, museums, and engaging with art on social media platforms. While displaying early drawing talent during childhood, he paused his artistic pursuits between ages 12 and 36 due to academic commitments and family obligations. However, approximately four years ago, Willem reignited his passion for art and began creating paintings to embellish his own living space. Finding fulfillment in the creative process, he has since dedicated all his spare time to painting, describing his return to art as a "midlife crisis."

Artistic Approach
Over time, Willem has experimented with various mediums and techniques, including nail polish, spray paint, and textile art. Presently, he primarily utilizes acrylic paint with a high gloss varnish to achieve vivid colors. While most of his works are on canvas, he also repurposes cardboard from online purchases as unconventional canvases. His artistic process is swift, often completing paintings within 48 hours.

Painting Themes
Willem's paintings are marked by their simplicity and occasional lack of refinement, showcasing his basic technical skills while capturing the unfiltered energy of an artist free from traditional constraints. Depicting everyday life in a light-hearted and ironic manner, his works frequently feature humorous scenes, such as people quarreling at weddings or engaging in endless conga lines. Drawing on humor to address past and present anxieties, Willem's style is influenced by artists like LS Lowry, James Ensor, and Breugel the Elder, blending elements of normalcy and primitivism with a modern twist. His artworks have been exhibited internationally, including in Germany, Russia, and his native Belgium.

Rising Recognition
Willem attributes much of his artistic development to social media, where he dedicates hours each day to observing and learning from fellow artists. He believes that exposure to diverse art continuously shapes and evolves his own style. Despite starting from humble beginnings, Willem's ascent to fame has been extraordinary, with his artworks consistently fetching prices far exceeding initial estimates at auctions. His record-breaking sale at Sotheby's Hong Kong exemplifies the soaring demand for his art, with one piece selling for $225,000, well beyond its projected value. Of the 14 works sold at auction in 2022, half earned over $150,000 each, surpassing conservative estimates.


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