BIOGRAPHY
Aqueene Nizana Wilson, is a multi-faceted space holder, visual artist, researcher and emotive copywriter from Curacao. Her being is full of creative possibilities, making her a dynamic shapeshifter in Rotterdam. As a self-taught photographer she has exhibited works at Melkweg Expo and Gemaal op Zuid and has curated her own exhibition at Bar Bario. She is now known for exploring and documenting identities through a vulnerable lens. By researching relevant themes, her work questions the current climate which eventually allows for communal healing, understanding and/or awareness. As such, Wilson recognises that media arts and visual culture are vital components in rectifying historical imbalances and creating a more equitable & nuanced world.
Her branding services are therefore also rooted in her desire to share bold, warm & consistent messages. In a society where the performance of brands is increasing by the day, Wilson’s gift specifically blooms in workspaces that support vulnerability, accountability & transparency in their communication. Not solely as a strategic way to shape one’s perception of the brand, but to tell an honest story that aligns with the practice fields of a business.
As a moderator, Aqueene Nizana Wilson intentionally claims her role as an active listening body, by giving platform to those who have a story to tell. As such, this Caribbean child shines her light by being in service of others and herself.
CONTACT
Mail: aqueenewilson@gmail.com
Instagram: @aqueene_wilson
EXHIBITIONS
2024 - SELFHOOD: A manifestation of Wholeness, Social Hub Amsterdam, pop-up exhibition
2023 - SELFHOOD: A Manifestation of Wholeness, Gemaal op Zuid, Solo exhibition, Curated by Leana Boven
2023 - SELFHOOD: A Manifestation of Wholeness, Bar Bario, Solo exhibition
2022 - Share your Art, RSCW, Group exhibition
2021 - HUNTU as part of " Back in the Day is Our Future", Melkweg expo , Group Exhibition curated by Jessy Koeiman
GRANTS
2022 - Research & development grant, CBK for the production of "A Manifestation of Wholeness".
MODERATION & HOSTINGS
2022 - Track: Perspectives, Theater Rotterdam
2022 - Movement of Soul by Christian Yav, Bijlmerpark Theater
2022 - Mic of one's own, The writer's guide (to the galaxy): chance
2022 - Mic of one's own, The writer's guide (to the galaxy): home
2021 - Touch'M , Het Nieuwe Instituut
2021 - Sessions: Some of my souls, Kunstinstituut Melly
TALKS
2024 - Beyond Excess: Conversations on Black Femininities, Metro 54
2023 - SELFHOOD: 'out of survival mode, into our dreamspace', Gemaal op Zuid
2023 - Why does it hurt to carry my bag?, Royal academy of Art, The Hague
2022 - DARKMATTER by Cherish Menzo, Podium Mozaiek
2021 - Inclusief dus exclusief, No man's land
CURATION & PROGRAMMING
2023 - SELFHOOD: A Manifestation of Wholeness, Bar Bario, Solo exhibition
2021 - Where are the black bodies dancing, Kunstinstituut Melly.
2022 - TRAININGS program, Kunstinstituut Melly
2021 - Where are the black bodies dancing, Kunstinstituut Melly. 2023 - SELFHOOD: A Manifestation of Wholeness, Bar Bario, Solo exhibition
HONORS & AWARDS
2024 - palm photo prize selection
GRAPHIC DESIGN & BRANDING
2024 - Website House of Knowledge
2023 - Invitation design, Platform SABI
2021 - Graphic template, The Diaz Collections