The famed Ostend artist Léon Spilliaert is known for his enigmatic works. But what if you could step into his world yourself? In Ostend, an innovative installation offers you that chance: a unique experience where you can see the city and art through Spilliaert's eyes.
This digital walk is available via Google Play Store or in the App Store.
I, Léon Spilliaert
Your Portrait, as a Work of Art by Spilliaert
Imagine: you're strolling past the window display of the info center, and suddenly you see yourself—not just your own reflection, but a portrait in Spilliaert's style, as if the artist himself had just captured you on canvas. Thanks to a clever video filter, your image is transformed in real time into a mysterious artwork, displayed within a beautifully framed setting.
A Holographic Encounter with Spilliaert
Want to dive deeper? In the info center of Tourism Ostend, a fascinating, interactive installation awaits, immersing you fully in Spilliaert’s world. Through advanced hologram technology, you see the artist come to life. His self-portraits blend seamlessly into one another, as though you’re conversing with Spilliaert himself while wandering through his Ostend.
Walking with Léon Spilliaert
In 1935, Léon Spilliaert, the famed Ostend artist, faced a significant change in his life. He and his family were about to move to Brussels, but before saying farewell to his beloved birthplace, he took one last walk through Ostend. This journey, now brought back to life through the art walk in the Ostend City Walks app, offers a unique chance to walk through the city from Spilliaert's own perspective.
Whether you’re an art lover, a local from Ostend, or simply curious about Spilliaert's life, this walk offers an engaging and relatable experience for everyone. The art walk is more than a tribute to Spilliaert; it’s a time-travel journey through his Ostend, where art, memory, and the city blend seamlessly into one.
