Magic

Lawrence Kwakye is a multidisciplinary artist and designer exploring the space between open exploration and introspective reflection. Through textiles, painting, photography, and his unique “Imprint” technique, he invites viewers to rethink their place in a shifting world.

About 

Lawrence Kwakye (born in 1972, in Utrecht) is a multidisciplinary artist and designer whose work explores human connection, transformation, and systemic structures. With a Ghanaian father and Hungarian mother, Lawrence’s diverse cultural roots and lifelong curiosity have shaped his distinctive artistic voice.

In his work, Lawrence visualizes how humanity navigates the complex systems we depend on, often highlighting the struggles and transitions that define our lives. He is especially drawn to pivotal moments of change — spaces where fresh perspectives and new possibilities emerge.

At the heart of his practice is the concept of the “In-Between,” a space between open exploration and introspective reflection. This idea forms the foundation of his ongoing project, BOB & I (Between Open Borders and Isolation), where different art forms converge to create a connected and evolving universe.

Lawrence’s creative approach blends the real and the abstract. Using natural materials like jute and cotton, often enhanced with light, he developed a unique method called “Imprint,” where textiles and paint merge into rich, layered compositions. Photography also plays a central role, seamlessly intertwining with painting and Imprint to tell new visual stories.

Through this multidisciplinary language, Lawrence invites viewers to pause, reflect, and rethink their place in an ever-changing world.