Rozemarlin Borkent is a Netherlands-based artist, born in 1987, who graduated from the Royal Academy of Art (KABK) in The Hague. Growing up next to the beach, she experienced the vast expanse of the shoreline as a fresh canvas for imagination, inspiring her to envision and dream in her own world. Through her work, she strives to capture the beauty of diversity in humanity and to immortalize the essence of the human soul.
Rozemarlin’s art has been featured in Vogue and exhibited at prestigious events like the PhotoVogue Festival and London Art Biennale. Her creations capture the beauty and complexity of human existence, inviting viewers on a journey of imagination and introspection.
In her project “I am that I am,” Rozemarlin sought to portray the remarkable diversity of humanity in a beautiful, unique, and dignified way. Rather than perceiving cultural differences as a basis for judgment, she believes they should be celebrated as stunning facets of our shared human identity. To achieve this, she employs digital techniques such as Photoshop, morphing software, and AI, inspired by different cultures and time periods. The result is a series of striking, icon-like portraits. Beyond the aesthetics, this project serves as a reminder that we should embrace the stunning diversity that defines us as human beings and foster empathy and understanding across the world.
Building upon those themes, Rozemarlin’s more recent works further explores vibrant color and composition, while emphasizing the strength of women and the unifying power of art. Suraya, for example, was derived from the Persian word for “star” and symbolizes a woman as precious as a jewel. Rozemarlin describes her as “the queen”—a portrait radiating power and beauty. Another work, Veda, draws inspiration from the Indian Holi festival. “Veda” means “wisdom” in Sanskrit and reflects the joyful energy and colors of Holi, a celebration of spring and the victory of good over evil.
Flowers in her recent work symbolize new life, happiness, and love. Rozemarlin compares her careful use of color, form, and composition to a harmonious piece of music: fresh, innovative and in balance. With this interplay of elements, she invites viewers to reflect on the beauty of diversity and the power of human connection.
Expositions & Features
Upcoming
Solo exhibition SBK gallery Amsterdam 12 Januari till 23 February.
Warnars & Warnars Artdealers 15 October till 2 November.
Affordable Art Fair Amsterdam from 9 – 13 October 2024 SBK galerie.
Shortlisted for the RPS International Photography Exhibition 166
Warnars & Warnars Artdealers group exhibition 12 September – 6 October 2024.
Billboard Times Square New York from April 1, 2024 to April 7, 2024 Artinnovation gallery.
Kunst Rai SBK Galerie 27 March-1 April 2024.
Digital art’s striking versatility
Photo Vogue Festival 16th to 19th November 2023.
London Art Biennale 26th – 30th July 2023.
SBK Galerie 4 June – 2 July 2023.
Kunst Rai SBK Galerie 3-7 May 2023.
Photo Rotterdam 9-12 February 2023.
Vogue – Works published on PhotoVogue ‘Best Of’, 2021 – 2023.
KPMG – Multiple works rented out continuously, Oct 2013 – Oct 2019.
SBK Galerie – Exhibition, April – May 2014.
ArtOlive – Young Talent, 2013.
Dutch Royal Academy of Art – Graduation Show, 2013.
The Regent Room – Pre Exam Exhibition, The Hague, 2012.
Diligentia Theater – Awarded the Diligentia price, The Hague, 2010.
