Maaike Kalkhoven

2000

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Maaike Kalkhoven is a socially engaged visual artist who creates art with people, not just for them. Central to her practice is the idea of encounter — meeting others through art, sharing stories, and looking at the world and each other with fresh eyes.

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By making art together, Maaike opens space for dialogue about bigger social themes. Her projects often blur the line between participant and artist, inviting people to connect through creativity.

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She specializes in ceramics and teaches ceramic classes both in her studio and on location. Her studio, De STU in Rotterdam, is a collective of nine young female artists. With De STU, Maaike aims to offer a platform for young makers, foster collaboration, and build bridges within the neighborhood. "My studio is a place of connection."

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Maaike graduated from ArtEZ in Arnhem and continues to work at the intersection of community, craft, and social dialogue.