▓▓ ILLUSTRATIEMARKT AT VOGELFREI ▓▓
The Illustratiemarkt at VOGELFREI features a vibrant illustration market showcasing diverse, talented artists. Attendees explore unique prints and original artworks in a graphic and bold atmosphere. The event presents a substantial lineup of creatives. Featured artists include Zuza Loch, Boobie Babes, and Patz van der Sloot. Nick Liefhebber and Gemma Pauwels also participate in the market. VOGELFREI operates as an eventspace, incubator, and community hub. It is located on the grounds of the Havenloods in Utrecht.
| DATE | Sunday, 28 September 2025 |
| TIME | 11:00 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.instagram.com/vogelfrei.illustratiemarkt/ |
| PRICE | Free |
| EVENT TYPE | ART |
| ART STYLES |
illustration
graphic design
pop art influence
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▓ VOGELFREI
95% matchVogelfrei is an organization operating as an eventspace, incubator, and community, located on the grounds of the Havenloods in Utrecht. While primarily a venue for experimentation and community building, it is also associated with a line of non-alcoholic botanical spirits, including a gin alternative and a rum alternative. They host a regular weekly open house event called VOGELFREIDAG.
| ADDRESS | Nijverheidsweg 6, 3534 AM Utrecht |
| PHONE | +31 30 227 2162 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.vogelfrei.nl/ |
PERFORMING ARTISTS
◆ KAPITAAL
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The entity 'Kapitaal' is identified primarily as Karmijn Kapitaal, a Dutch private equity fund focused on investing in gender-diverse led companies. There is no evidence linking this entity to visual arts, illustration, galleries, or art markets, despite the poster context.
◆ BARRY TIMMER
85% matchVisual Artist
Barry Timmer is a visual artist based in Alkmaar, Netherlands, specializing as a graphic designer, linocut printmaker, and Art Director. His work is inspired by everyday life and craftsmanship, often resulting in robust and raw detailed visuals. He has notable experience creating illustrations for commercial entities like Moersleutel Craft Brewery and has participated in local exhibitions.
◆ BOB MOLLEMA
85% matchVisual Artist
Bob Mollema is a visual artist specializing as an illustrator and painter, known for a raw and direct working style. Born in 1990, he has participated in various group exhibitions, including 'DRIFTEN', and his work is featured in print collections such as 'Before I Was Born' via Jap Sam Books.
◆ CLIFF VAN THILLO
85% matchVisual Artist
Cliff Van Thillo is a Dutch illustrator and designer based in Utrecht, active since at least January 2014. His work spans illustration, photography, and graphic design, often creating layered and metaphorical visual narratives for publications like De Correspondent and organizations such as Gemeente Utrecht. He has also been involved in live screen-printing events.
◆ ELINE SCHIPPEREN
85% matchVisual Artist
Eline Schipperen is a freelance illustrator born in 1994, based in the Randstad area (Utrecht). She holds a degree from Avans Hogeschool and focuses her work on illustrating human behavior and societal influence. Her professional portfolio includes contributions to publications like De Correspondent and style development projects for clients such as Lease a Bike Belgium.
◆ ELLIS TOLSMA
85% matchVisual Artist
Ellis Tolsma is a freelance illustrator, animator, and Riso print designer based in Utrecht, Netherlands. Her visual style is characterized as cheerful, colorful, graphic, and geometric, often drawing inspiration from vintage aesthetics. She is also the founder of Studio Misprint, where she offers Riso print workshops.
◆ GEMMA PAUWELS
85% matchVisual Artist
Gemma Pauwels is a visual artist and illustrator specializing in editorial and conceptual illustrations, as well as animation, primarily serving online magazines and newspapers. Her professional portfolio includes work dating back to at least 2012, and she has an educational background from the Sandberg Instituut. Her online presence is primarily anchored by her professional website and LinkedIn profile.
◆ JANGO JIM
85% matchVisual Artist
Jango Jim is associated with workshops, masterclasses, and lectures, often in collaboration with Dutch and Belgian creative professionals. Recent activity highlights participation in events that gained royal attention in June 2023, and a scheduled lecture in October 2025. While the context suggests involvement in creative fields, specific visual art specialization (like illustration or painting) is not explicitly confirmed by the provided data, though the event context hints at creative/artistic engagement.
◆ NASTIA CISTAKOVA
85% matchVisual Artist
Nastia Cistakova is an illustrator and artist known for creating socially critical, humorous, and absurd work that often focuses on human rights and socio-cultural commentary. She is a 2016 graduate of the Illustration program at HKU (Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht) and has created illustrations for publications such as De Correspondent.
◆ NICK LIEFHEBBER
85% matchVisual Artist
Nick Liefhebber is an illustrator and designer based in Utrecht, known for his bold, colorful, and fun visual style, frequently utilizing screen printing (zeefdrukken) and risoprinting techniques. He is an alumnus of the HKU (Kunstacademie) where he studied graphic design before transitioning to focus on illustration, and has previously worked with design agency Studio BENG.
◆ PATZ VAN DER SLOOT
85% matchVisual Artist
Patz van der Sloot is a professional focused on visual storytelling, utilizing photography and concept development to help businesses visualize their narratives. He is also an author associated with CircusPatz and collaborates on creative projects, including character development for organizations like the municipality of Rotterdam. He is connected to the Skinny Rhinos - School of Storytelling.
◆ ROBERT JAN LECHNER
85% matchVisual Artist
Robert Jan Lechner is a visual artist based in Utrecht, specializing in illustration, graphic design, and printmaking. He is known for creating large-scale murals, such as the 'Blind Wall,' and producing limited edition screen prints inspired by his work. Lechner also handled the visual identity for 'Canvas' and won the Open Call from Blind Walls Gallery in 2023.
◆ SUE DOEKSEN
85% matchVisual Artist
Sue Doeksen is a Dutch visual artist and 'visual adventurer' based in Arnhem, specializing in cheerful, conceptual 2D and 3D illustrations and artwork. Her work often involves collaborations and commercial projects, including producing prints for charitable causes like the Dokters van de Wereld foundation.
◆ ZUZA LOCH
85% matchVisual Artist
Zuza Loch is a Rotterdam-based Graphic Designer and Illustrator specializing in Brand Design, focusing on creating functional and visually appealing brand solutions. She has experience providing graphic design for exhibitions and is associated with various art and design events, aligning with the visual art domain.
◆ BOOBIE BABES
80% matchVisual Artist
Boobie Babes is a visual art brand owned by a freelance designer/illustrator, specializing in screen-printed merchandise like clothing, bags, prints, and cards. The brand's aesthetic centers on cheerful illustrations of nude women, promoting themes of self-love, strength, and positivity. The owner has been active for approximately 4.5 years and has engaged in collaborations, such as with Kilo Kilo.