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