Galerie Ron Mandos is proud to present an exhibition by Peter Feiler and Christiaan Zwanikken. The exhibition consists of drawings by Peter Feiler (DE, Halle an der Saale, 1981) and kinetic works by Christiaan Zwanikken (NL Bussum, 1967). The works of Zwanikken are of remarkable ingenuity from found animal skulls and bones. The exhibition is on view at the gallery from January 19, 2013 until May 9, 2013.

The drawings of Peter Feiler are known for their controversial subject matter. He presents dark scenes that incorporate simple narrative elements. These scenes explore the border between the visual world and fantasy. The notable aggression and perversion exhibited by the figures in his drawings is balanced by his use of soft colouring and fragile lines. In wishing to explore the intricacies of his hand, the viewer is sucked into the drawing upon which the macabre aspect of the work comes to the fore.

Christiaan Zwanikken creates kinetic works of remarkable ingenuity from found animal skulls and bones. He transforms these parts into moving mechanical sculptures and installations. Their composite natural and mechanical make-up gives these figures their own unique character. How A Dead Hare Explains Paintings is an example of this and with an accompanying projection from film-maker Jarred Alterman this work also gains a narrative structure.

Zwanikken also produces non-skeletal installations. The work Hydromats, which will be shown in the gallery’s project slace, is an example of this. Three imposing glass water reservoirs comes alive in sound and movement, reacting to the viewer in the space. This piece exhibits its own unique behaviour and character. Zwanikken’s latest work Boar Suit Exoskeletal will be premiered at the opening of this exhibition on Saturday the 19th of January from 5.00 to 7.00 pm. This piece has all the hallmarks of Zwanikken’s work yet also exudes a performative streak. In February the work will be presented at the Kinectic Art Fair in London. During this show there will also be a presentation of work from the photographer and filmmaker Jan Hoek. From the 25th of January he will also have an exhibition in FOAM Photography Museum, Amsterdam.