SIX STEP LADDER

175 x 40 x 7 cm
Cast Aluminium
2024

SIX STEP LADDER” celebrates the significance, versatility, and symbolic meanings that ladders carry. Their undefined context and often temporary presence inspired this piece. Made out of cast, recycled aluminum—including old, broken ladders—it embodies a cycle of rebirth, where reuse and reinvention take center stage, bridging gaps along the way.

Pictures with the red background are taken at the
exhibition; RED room - Stéphanie Frederickx

Shot by Tijs Vervecken

A0036

A0037

A0038

A0039

A0040

A0041

A0042

A0043

11 X 16 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

B0009

20 X 25 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

B0010

20 X 25 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

B0007

20 X 25 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

PANORAMA 210

21 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works focussing on the function of reflection and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

PANORAMA 270

27 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works
focussing on the function of reflection
and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

PANORAMA 370

37 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works
focussing on the function of reflection
and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

PANORAMA 500

50 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works
focussing on the function of reflection
and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

PANORAMA 410

41 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works
focussing on the function of reflection
and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

PANORAMA 690

69 X 6 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

PANORAMA is a series of works
focussing on the function of reflection
and the interaction between
object - observer - and space

B0003

25 X 20 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

A0013 - A0014 - A0018 - A0017

(each)
11 X 16 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2024

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

C0003

25 X 60 X 4 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

A0004

11 X 16 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

B0001

20 X 25 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2022

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

SAFETY MIRROR

35 X 30 X 25 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

CASTING FURNACE

125 X 80 x 60 CM
Old texaco barrel, steel pipe, steel
2022

An old oil barrel equipped with a doubled wall, heavy duty door, exhaust and air intake. Fired with coals and added oxygen using hairdryers. Sand is filled between the walls to act as insulation. This thing reaches up to 850º Celcius, more than enough to melt aluminium.

Part of CASTING MIRRORS

CASTING TOOLS

Various sizes
Mild steel, heat resistand spraypaint
2022

Part of CASTING MIRRORS

B0002

20 X 25 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2022

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

A0011 - A0009 - A0001 - A0005

(each)
11 X 16 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variants of CASTING MIRRORS

A0002

11 X 16 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

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C0002

25 X 60 X 3 CM
Cast Aluminium
2023

Variant of
CASTING MIRRORS

The IJSKAST
(icebox)

85 X 60 X 100 CM
Aluminium, Steel, PU Insulation, MDF, Rubber
2022

The leading object. All work is done to maintain the function of this apparatus.
Inspired by the old icebox, but taken to a new level. The aluminium exterior reflects sunlight, the PU insulated walls and doors keeps the heat out and the cold in.
Place the block of ice in the top left compartment and cold air will start to circulate within the icebox. Melting ice is captured on a drip tray and transferd down to a tank placed underneath the icebox (slide 3)

 This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.  

The Ice Hook

200 X 15 X 20 CM
Steel
2022

This tool is based on the hook used in the ice harvest industry. When very large blocks were cut by men and horses, these were used to push or pull the sheets through a canal to some kind of loading system.

 This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.  

The Big Ice Saw

170 X 20 X 30 CM
Steel
2022

Let’s bring in the heavyweight! Other than the “Small” Ice Saw, this big boy is really good at making long, straight cuts, following the lines previously made using The Plough.
It’s weight, shape, strength and length makes it possible to cut up to 70 cm of ice.
The foldable and rotatable handle makes for efficient storage solutions.

 This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.  

The Ice Chain Tongs

55 X 25 X 3 CM
Steel
2022

To efficiently transport the blocks to and from the cargo sled, these tongs are used. The chains makes for a flexible opening and closing of the jaws. Once lifted, the weight of the ice clamps itself between the spikes. These types of tongs make it possible to carry the blocks using one hand. Hence the reason why I made two of these.

 This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.  

The Measuring Tool

55 X 3 X 6 CM
steel
2022

Big bloks of ice are needed for cooling the ice box. But when the ice is too thick, the block won’t fit. Measure before you cut!

Video shot in Buskerud, Norway  This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

The “Small” Ice Saw

125 X 9 X 3 CM
Steel
2022

This compact saw is used to cut samples, make starting cuts, and other types of short distance cuts.

This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

The Ice Tongs

60 X 30 X 15 CM
Steel
2022

Once you have cut a block of ice, this tool is used to lift it out of the water. It’s also my weapon of choice for moving blocks around to keep things organized.

This piece is part of my work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

The Plough

80 X 45 X 90 CM
steel
2022

Once established a spot to harvest ice, first step would be to mark out lines which later can be used to follow when cutting. This tool draws those lines. The guide falls into the previously made groove and makes for perfect squares of 28 x 28 cm, exactly the size of the ice compartment of the ijskast (icebox) itself.

This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

The Splitting Fork

110 X 15 X 3 CM
Steel
2022

To cut apart blocks that have been frozen together, break away unnecessary chunks of ice and as protection of attacking bears ;)

This piece is part of my work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services

The Ice Auger

35 X 15 X 110 CM
Steel, Hardened steel
2022

Before cutting, there needs to be a hole in the ice to start from. This auger cuts holes.
Made to be assembled on sight for easy transportability.

  This piece is part of my work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

The Cargo Sled

160 X 100 X 65 CM
Steel
2022

This sled is used to take my ice cutting tools to the frozen lake.
Once I’m done, I use it to transport the blocks of ice.
It can hold 6 blocks.

This piece is part of my latest work IJSKAST (ICEBOX) In which I use an old technique and seek to discover what its like to keep food fresh while being completely independent of any other services.

Water Purifier

170 X 120 X 110 CM
Steel, Aluminium, Plexiglass, Mixed Media
2019

In western society, it can be easy for people to assume clean drinkingwater from tap is the ordinary, whilst this only counts for 55% of the world’s population. We should be searching for suitable solutions for communities in need. Why wait for technology and recognition to catch up? Individuals can make the difference, not only by achieving, but also by inspiring for just trying.
This installation cleans water using sun rays, no other source is needed. It took a while but eventually i was able to drink the water from the river. It still isn’t the ideal sollution since it can’t filter out chemicals. Though, it is the persuit that matters most.
I see this work as a representation of this process.

SEA CREATURES

130 X 90 X 200 CM
MDF, Steel pipe, Pallet, Mixed media
2020

Once upon a time there was a famous sea captain. This captain was very successful at what he did; for years he guided merchant ships all over the world. Fulfilling the needs of consumers by transporting goods from production place to marketplace.

Never did stormy seas or pirates get the best of him. He was admired by his crew and fellow captains. However, there was one thing different about this captain. Every morning he went through a strange ritual. He would lock himself in his captain's quarters and open a small safe. In the safe was an envelope with a piece of paper inside. He would stare at the paper for a minute, and then lock it back up. After, he would go about his daily duties.

For years this went on, and his crew became very curious. Was it a treasure map? Was it a letter from a long lost love? Everyone speculated about the contents of the strange envelope.
One day the captain died at sea. After laying the captain's body to rest, the first mate led the entire crew into the captains’ quarters. He opened the safe, got the envelope, opened it and... The first mate turned pale and showed the paper to the others. Four words were on the paper, two on two lines:

Port Left

Starboard Right

Kick Veldman