Biek Verstappen

Over Biek Verstappen

from her atelier in a 1938 dahlia shed near the dunes of amsterdam, biek verstappen creates cloths and clothing using only natural fibres uas raw silk, bamboo, hair from angora goat, camel, yak and wool from several breeds of sheep. during the whole process, from selecting the perfect wensleydale curl to the dyeing of the fibres, she works solitary, relying on her instinct and enjoying the quietness, intimacy, peace and softness inherent to the material. getting to know the behavior of each type of fibre and playing with their features is what challenges her. by combining different breeds and sorts she creates a depth within the cloth. this gets magnified during dyeing, with each fibre reacting differently on the pigment. eventually resulting in a three dimensional piece that reflects her emotions and roots, as well as the drama and capriciousness of nature’s origin. for more info please contact: info@biekverstappen.com