ARON KROES

Portraits unfold where figuration dissolves into abstraction, revealing fleeting emotions and inner worlds.

Aron Kroes (1987) primarily works in figurative painting, exploring the space where representation meets abstraction. His intuitive approach allows emotions, experiences, and technique to guide the process, creating paintings that invite viewers to interpret the work through their own perceptions. Each piece becomes a reflective mirror of both the subject and the observer, turning portraiture into a dialogue.

Aron’s paintings balance expressive chaos with vibrant color, often revealing unexpected beauty. While rooted in the fundamentals of figurative art, his use of abstraction pushes the boundaries of form and composition. The resulting works capture a moment of raw emotion and spontaneity, offering a conceptual self-portrait of the artist’s thoughts and feelings at the moment of creation.

Light and reflection are central to his practice. By incorporating metallic and chrome hues, Aron engages with the environment and transforms his surfaces with changing illumination. Inspired by graffiti and street art, these colors bring a synthetic, dynamic energy to his paintings, connecting his contemporary portraiture to urban visual culture while maintaining a deeply personal expression.

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Between form and spontaneity, his portraits become mirrors of thought and perception.

aron kroes in his own words

  • "My art draws inspiration from fashion, nature, and everyday life. But more than these external sources, I believe that the habit of going to the studio every day, even when inspiration seems absent, is what truly fuels creativity. This consistent dedication allows creative energy to flow naturally over time."

  • "When I create, I immerse myself fully in the process; hyperfocus is essential. It’s a constant quest for balance, which can be found in everything—color, material, light, depth, texture, shape, and emotion. While perfection may be unattainable, getting closer to it feels nothing short of magical."

  • "I'm working on both very small and very large pieces. It's interesting how these extremes can relate to each other in unexpected ways."

  • "I would love to create large murals again—just like when I first started making art on the streets, working on a massive scale in outdoor spaces."