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I'd follow rules if rebellion didn't smell like freedom, 2026
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I'd let go if the middle felt solid, 2026
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I'd peek behind the canvas if no one was watching, 2026
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I'd slow down if growth didn't tap the gas, 2026
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I'd stop spinning if the storm got tired, 2026
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I'd mind my pace if wonder didn't jog beside me, 2025
WE ALL BEND REALITY.
A LITTLE TWIST HERE,
A SLIGHT BEND THERE.
IT'S WHAT MAKES LIFE UNIQUELY OURS.
Catherine Vanhullebusch is an abstract artist based in Brussels, Belgium. She explores themes of imperfection, emotion, and balance through minimalist compositions that blend intuition and structure.
Her work is created using ultra-thin fine art paper, hand-painted, then layered and folded onto raw cotton canvas to create subtle movements within simple forms. Each piece reflects her fascination with the contrast between control and freedom, transparency and opacity. The discreet irregularities, visible folds, and traces of gesture are fully embraced as an essential part of the work, suggesting that what is slightly imperfect often feels more alive.
Each artwork acts as a quiet invitation to accept—even appreciate—our own imperfections rather than conceal them. Perfection can be sterile; imperfection brings warmth and depth.
EXHIBITIONS
2025
LUXEMBOURG ART FAIR 27-30 March 2025 - LUXEMBOURG
SOLO EXPO PAREIT GALLERY 18 Apr - 1 Jun 2025 - BELGIUM
HAMBURG AAF 13-16 Nov 2025 - GERMANY
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Catherine VanhullebuschI'd peek behind the canvas if no one was watching, 2026Mixed media on paper, framed120 x 100 cm ( 47 x 39 in ) -
Catherine VanhullebuschI'd follow rules if rebellion didn't smell like freedom, 2026Mixed media on paper, framed120 x 100 cm ( 47 x 39 in )
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Catherine VanhullebuschI'd slow down if growth didn't tap the gas, 2026Mixed media on paper, framed120 x 100 cm ( 47 x 39 in )
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Catherine VanhullebuschI'd stop spinning if the storm got tired, 2026Mixed media on canvas, framed100 x 140 cm ( 39 x 55 in )
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Catherine VanhullebuschI'd let go if the middle felt solid, 2026Mixed media on canvas, framed100 x 140 cm ( 39 x 55 in )
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Catherine VanhullebuschI'd mind my pace if wonder didn't jog beside me, 2025Mixed media on paper, framed100 x 140 cm ( 39 x 55 in )
