POST/NO/BILLS #6

Universal Color

For Hedy Tjin, solidarity serves as a significant source of inspiration. Whether it's celebrating together, protesting collectively, or commemorating shared histories, she observes how differences are bridged and people come together during these moments. Her work pays homage to these communal experiences: from the exuberant atmosphere of King's Day to the remembrance during Keti Koti, from cheering for any nation during the World Cup as if it were one's own, to protesting at Dam Square. In her murals, Tjin brings these encounters to life through an energetic visual language. Where others might see division, she illustrates how diversity can foster unity.

Over Hedy Tjin

Hedy Tjin is an Amsterdam-based visual artist whose work is hard to miss. She creates illustrations for newspapers, magazines, and books, designs textile prints, and paints massive murals. With her expressive style and bold colours, Tjin celebrates the power of connection and solidarity. Where does her work come from? How do her murals take shape on such a large scale? And what message does she want to share with Amsterdam right now? You'll hear it in A Closer Look With.