Bart Hamelink - Today Is A New Day
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Studied art history at Ecole du Louvre and specialised in contemporary art for over 25 years.
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Bart Hamelink’s original acrylic painting Today Is A New Day, a 2026 neo‑expressionist work in multicolour depicting pop culture figures, measuring 215 cm by 120 cm, hand‑signed, coming directly from the artist and delivered rolled without a frame in excellent condition.
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In this expressive and colorful work, artist Bart Hamelink brings together a group of quirky figures, each with their own energy and character. The playful lines, rough forms, and bold colors give the work a direct and lively look.
The texts in the painting, such as “Today is a new day in life” and “Let’s do it this day!”, reinforce the optimistic message of the piece: every day offers a new opportunity.
As is often the case in Hamelink’s work, it’s not about perfection but spontaneity, freedom, and humanity. The figures seem different, yet stand side by side like a small community—each with their own voice.
The combination of neon accents, spontaneous lines, and a nearly childlike immediacy creates a strong contemporary look with influences from street art and outsider art.
This work is a real eye-catcher in a modern interior.
The work is carefully packed and delivered without a frame (rolled in a sturdy tube) to prevent transport damage.
The photos of the work in an interior are mood snapshots to give an idea of how the painting might hang in a space.
More work by the artist can be seen at:
www.barthamelink.com
Seller's Story
Hamelink combines contemporary themes with influences from the past and often works in an energetic, expressive style. He draws inspiration from the tradition of artists such as Herman Brood, who was known for his raw, spontaneous approach, as well as Riek van Iersel, who sought a powerful emotional expression in his work.
Hamelink is best known for his paintings and drawings, in which he pushes the boundaries of traditional painting and tackles themes such as identity, culture and social issues. His work can be characterised by a direct, unpolished approach to the medium, which exudes a certain spontaneity and energy. Like Brood and Van Iersel, Hamelink plays with the tension between personal experience and the broader social context, often with a focus on contemporary society.
His style is often raw, unfiltered and full of expression, using powerful colours and dynamic shapes that enhance the urgency of his themes. Bart Hamelink seems to bridge the gap between traditional expressive movements and contemporary art with his work, while at the same time critically reflecting on modern times.
Translated by Google TranslateIn this expressive and colorful work, artist Bart Hamelink brings together a group of quirky figures, each with their own energy and character. The playful lines, rough forms, and bold colors give the work a direct and lively look.
The texts in the painting, such as “Today is a new day in life” and “Let’s do it this day!”, reinforce the optimistic message of the piece: every day offers a new opportunity.
As is often the case in Hamelink’s work, it’s not about perfection but spontaneity, freedom, and humanity. The figures seem different, yet stand side by side like a small community—each with their own voice.
The combination of neon accents, spontaneous lines, and a nearly childlike immediacy creates a strong contemporary look with influences from street art and outsider art.
This work is a real eye-catcher in a modern interior.
The work is carefully packed and delivered without a frame (rolled in a sturdy tube) to prevent transport damage.
The photos of the work in an interior are mood snapshots to give an idea of how the painting might hang in a space.
More work by the artist can be seen at:
www.barthamelink.com
Seller's Story
Hamelink combines contemporary themes with influences from the past and often works in an energetic, expressive style. He draws inspiration from the tradition of artists such as Herman Brood, who was known for his raw, spontaneous approach, as well as Riek van Iersel, who sought a powerful emotional expression in his work.
Hamelink is best known for his paintings and drawings, in which he pushes the boundaries of traditional painting and tackles themes such as identity, culture and social issues. His work can be characterised by a direct, unpolished approach to the medium, which exudes a certain spontaneity and energy. Like Brood and Van Iersel, Hamelink plays with the tension between personal experience and the broader social context, often with a focus on contemporary society.
His style is often raw, unfiltered and full of expression, using powerful colours and dynamic shapes that enhance the urgency of his themes. Bart Hamelink seems to bridge the gap between traditional expressive movements and contemporary art with his work, while at the same time critically reflecting on modern times.
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Artist
Bart Hamelink
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Today Is A New Day
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Multicolour
Height
120 cm
Width
215 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Neo-Expressionism
Period
2020+
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