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EnglishWhat kind of abstract art does Daan Lemaire make?
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Daan Lemaire makes abstract art on paper, primarily watercolors and gouaches. His site describes two clear phases: from 2000 he produced series of loose abstract watercolors on paper, and after 2007 the work became more expressive and "basic," with the lyrical quality fading and stronger colors applied with a rough brush.
Medium and format
The work shown on the site is painting on paper rather than canvas or large-scale installation:
- Watercolor — the main medium for the series begun in 2000.
- Gouache — recent works are described as gouaches on paper.
- Fused glass — a parallel practice that Lemaire himself connects to the watercolors, saying there is "much connection" between the two.
If you are trying to place the work, the paper-based, brush-driven format matters: these are works you would expect to see framed under glass, not stretched like an oil painting.
How the style changed
The site gives a fairly precise timeline, which is the most useful thing for understanding the work:
| Period | Description on the site |
|---|---|
| From 2000 | Series of loose abstract watercolors on paper |
| Around 2000–2007 | "Lyrical abstraction" used as the label for both the paper painting and the glass fusing |
| After 2007 | More expressive and "basic"; the lyrical notion "disappeared more and more" |
| Recent work | Strong colors, painted with a rough brush |
The shift is from lyrical abstraction toward something more direct. Lemaire describes it as moving to the "basic" side of modern art, and says he increasingly enjoys strong color and a rough brush — so if you are looking at later pieces, expect bolder color and more visible, less refined brushwork than the earlier watercolors.
Where the glass fits in
The fused glass work is not a separate hobby in the way the site presents it. Lemaire explicitly links the two, inviting viewers to judge the connection themselves. Practically, that means the same concerns — loose abstraction, color, and a move away from lyrical softness — carry across both paper and glass. If you like one body of work, the other is worth checking on the same terms.
What the site does and does not tell you
The site is a personal gallery page: it presents images of recently made gouaches on paper and a short statement by the artist. It does not list prices, editions, dimensions, or availability, and there is no indication of how to purchase or commission work. So it is useful for understanding the style and its evolution, but not for answering questions about buying, shipping, or exhibitions. For those, you would need to contact the artist directly.