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Wandawi's Profile

Autodidact Visual Artist

  • About the Artist
  • Exhibitions & Activities
  • Portfolio
  • Commissions & Collaborations
  • Contact

I’m Mud Wandawi, a visual artist based in Amsterdam and an autodidact painter. I work across oil, acrylic, pastel and drawing, continually exploring different mediums, techniques and ways of seeing. My background in graphic and web design has also shaped my visual approach, bringing traditional artistic techniques into dialogue with contemporary visual aesthetics.

My work is inspired by Amsterdam, travel, world events and everyday experiences. I use painting and drawing to explore impressions, emotions and fleeting moments, translating what I observe, remember or imagine into colourful, expressive and dynamic compositions.

Mud Wandawi - Amersfoort 1995

My artistic activities in the Netherlands have included group and solo exhibitions, open-atelier events, community art initiatives and collaborations with other artists. The following highlights trace some of these activities from the mid-1990s onward.

Exhibitions
  • 1995 — Group exhibition at HKU – University of the Arts Utrecht, organised by Stichting AIDA Nederland.
  • 1996 — Joint exhibition at the Town Hall exhibition space in Leeuwarden, Friesland.

    Watch the television coverage of the exhibition

     

  • 1998 — Solo exhibition at Joke Smit School, Amsterdam.

    Solo exhibition at Joke-Smit school - Amsterdam - 1998

  • 2009 — Group exhibition featuring Iraqi and Dutch artists at the Town Hall of The Hague.

    Group Exihibition - The Hague Town Hall - 2009


Artistic & Community Activities
  • 2006 — Organised an Open Art Market in the Valentijnkade neighbourhood, Amsterdam East.

    Watch    :   Video 1   ·   Video 2

  • 2007 — Participated in the Open Atelier Route De Baarsjes, Amsterdam.
  • 2008 — Participated in the Open Atelier Route Amsterdam West.

Explore my collection of paintings and drawings, spanning different periods, subjects, techniques and visual approaches. From early oil paintings and personal impressions to more recent explorations of landscape, pattern, atmosphere and everyday life, the portfolio reflects an ongoing journey of experimentation and discovery.

The works are organized into collections according to medium, technique and artistic theme:

– Oil Paintings
   My Window  |  Glimpses of Hope  |  Glimpses of Peace  |  Early Paintings & Impressions

– Acrylic Works
   Reduced Landscapes   |   Geometric Abstracts   |   Pattern Weaver   |   Arabisque

– Oil & Soft Pastels
   Weathered Panels  |  Holiday Impressions  |  Dutch Impressions  |  Amsterdam Nights  |  Hollywood Portraits

– Drawings
   Graphite Portraits  |  Graphite Horses  |  Situational Models & Sketches

I’m open to commissions, collaborations and creative projects that connect with my artistic practice.
Whether you have a specific artwork in mind or an idea to explore together, I welcome enquiries from individuals, galleries, cultural organisations and creative partners.

Let’s connect!

Feel free to reach out with any questions, commission requests, or simply to say hello.


You can also send me a message through the Contact form

Welcome to my world of visual arts

I am Mud. Wandawi, a visual artist based in Amsterdam. Specializing in creating vivid expressions through oil paintings, acrylics, pastels, watercolours, and drawings. My work reflects a journey of exploration, emotion, and discovery!

As an autodidact painter, I have been passionate about visual arts since childhood, constantly experimenting with different mediums and techniques.

My education and vocational experience in graphic and web design has influenced my approach to art, blending traditional methods with contemporary digital aesthetics.

My art is a reflection of my inner thoughts and feelings, inspired by the vibrant energy of Amsterdam and my travels around the world.

I aim to capture the essence of life’s fleeting moments, translating them into colourful and dynamic compositions.

Explore my diverse collection of artworks, featuring vivid oil paintings, dynamic acrylic pieces, intricate drawings, and delicate soft pastels. Each piece tells a unique story, inviting viewers to connect on a deeper level.

My portfolio is thoughtfully organized into three categories:

By Material & Technique:
– Oil Paintings
– Acrylic Works
– Oil Pastels
– Soft Pastels
– Mixed Media
– Watercolor
– Pen Drawings

By Theme:
– Fine Art
– Portraits
– Still Lifes
– Landscapes
– Abstracts

By Year:
– 2020 & Present
– 2000 & 2020
– 1990 – 1999
– 1985 – 1990

I have had the privilege of showcasing my work in numerous exhibitions throughout The Netherlands, with my pieces gaining recognition in several art competitions. Here are some highlights of my artistic journey:

  • 1996 – Group exhibition at the Academy of Arts in Utrecht – organized by AIDA
  • 1996 – Dual exhibition at the Town Hall exhibition space in Leeuwarden
  • 1998 – Solo exhibition at “Joke Smit School” – Amsterdam
  • 2007 – Open Atelier Route De Baarsjes – Amsterdam
  • 2008 – Open Atelier Route De Baarsjes – Amsterdam
  • 2009 – Group exhibition featuring Iraqi and Dutch artists at the Town Hall of The Hague.

I am open to commissions and collaborations with individuals, galleries, and organizations. If you are interested in working together or have a specific project in mind, let’s create something amazing.

Let’s connect!
Feel free to reach out with any questions, commission requests, or simply to say hello.

You can also send me a message through the Contact form