About

Naum Sint Nicolaas was born into a Dutch-Russian family in Saint Petersburg. He moved to Ghent in 2015 with his family. Growing up in a bilingual and multicultural environment Naum explored literature, visual art and music. Studying in different countries gave him a unique perspective on the world. Naum also enjoys playing double bass and is the bassist and singer in the klezmer band  “Klezmotivn”

Artist Statement

My work explores different cultural backgrounds, folk tales and stories via my own imagination. With influences as diverse as Bruegel and Chagall, my art tells personal stories, transforming them into fantastical fairy tales.

Ever since I was a child my head was filled with wonderful stories of heroes, villains and bizarre monsters. I always wanted to share this imaginary world with other people. As I grew older, I realised that not everything can be portrayed as fantastical and magical and started to incorporate more sober and questioning work, that focuses on modern societal problems.

Ultimately, I want to send out a message of hope and discovery, both internal and external, as I believe hope and genuine empathy can help a lot in a modern divided world.

Exhibition Portfolio

Solo Exhibitions

2022, Blaisanterietjes, Maria Goretti Church, Ghent, Belgium

Selected Group Exhibitions

2021, Raveel 100!, Roger Raveel Museum, Zulte, Belgium

Other Projects

2022, Decorations for “Ben & David – Ein Musical”, International Klezmer Festival Furth, Furth, Germany