Ismène Elbers

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Ismène Elbers is a Dutch multidisciplinary artist and international creative & cultural entrepreneur, born and raised in Belgium. She has lived and worked in Belgium, Spain, and the Philippines. As a board member of the international creative community CLOCK, she actively advocates for the recognition and support of non-formal creative learners—autodidacts—who bring invaluable talent and innovation to the world.

Ismène is currently working on her new exhibition, X-TheNO(W)!, where she merges all her artistic talents with research into her Indonesian roots and family history. With a Dutch-French father and an Indonesian mother, her roots are a blend of rich cultural narratives. Her maternal great-grandmother, Agatha Toorop, connects her to the artistic legacy of the Toorop family, including renowned artist Jan & Charley Toorop. Her Multicultural background informs  work as both an artist and a cultural coach, allowing her to explore themes of identity, heritage, and creativity. She strives to create art that resonates with diverse communities and foster a deeper understanding of our shared human experience.

Through her projects and workshops, she aims to inspire individuals to connect with their own cultural narratives and express themselves through art. Ismène believes that art has the power to transcend boundaries and can be a catalyst for dialogue and understanding.

This project explores identity, heritage, and transformation through a fusion of visual art, storytelling, and digital technology, creating an immersive experience that bridges past and present. Dream & DO!