An exhibition contrasting abstract and hyper-figurative art, with darkness, contrast, and shadow and light as the central theme. Participating artists:

• Gilbert Pauli (Switzerland) – Abstract painting, sculpture
• Marie-Jo Coutin (France) – Ultra-realistic painting
• Abi Darabi (Iran/Switzerland) – Abstract painting/graffiti
• Khadija Ghrab (Morocco/Switzerland) – Figurative painting

The Antwerp fair (Belgium) was rich in encounters, notably interesting regarding Galerie Gijsel’s internationalization strategy. This fair, reserved for art galleries and art professionals, was by definition high quality, and the attendance was promising.