ICK ARTIST SPACE

19 sept 2022 - 15 okt 2022

I & THEN

Directed by LUCINDA WESSELS

virtual world

motion capture research

in collaboration with

Matthijs Vuijk

In the realm of movement research, the artists express a keen interest in delving into their own explorations. With a history of recording numerous improvisations and performances, there is a curiosity to create an additional layer that mirrors the internal dynamics at play. The focus is on delving deeper into personal movement research, seeking a method to notate and encapsulate the ideas and emotions underlying each movement.

In the realm of technical research, the focus will be on utilizing a motion capture suit. Motion Capture, often abbreviated as mo-cap or mocap, is a sophisticated process involving the digital recording of human movement. Widely applied in diverse fields such as entertainment, sports, medical applications, ergonomics, and robotics, this technology holds significant relevance.

During the residency program, ICK Artist Space is a laboratory for innovation in dance art. It creates the opportunity to explore a new and urgent idea or to take previous research to the next level. The period ends with two public work-in-progress presentations, in which the makers open up their process and share the result with the public.

The maker receives artistic advice and guidance, but also support with production, publicity and promotion and technical facilities. ICK offers professional coaching and expertise in the development of the concept both before and during the work process. We offer studio space and 2 public presentations in Theaterstudio De Vlugt as part of a Double Bill. With these performances we want to facilitate meetings with other professionals, programmers and the public and enable dialogue in an informal, open way. The creator will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of the work with professional photography and video recording. The residency is concluded with a reflective evaluation, both oral and written.

The young adults in FACES search for that which connects and moves us. In a world that focuses increasingly on the individual, it is all the more important to be in contact with each other - to feel each other and express ourselves.

Credits:

Director @amantinajean

DOP @cjroxas

Movement director @lucinda.iam

In collaboration with @howsofnorms

Sound design @jandrik

Bass guitarist @al.exandra.bass

Electric guitarist @juangitaar

Third guitarist @sjaakmegens

Violinist & singer @iris.bolten.tricamegy

Starring:

@melisadiktas

@evelienjansen_

@juan_jose_markes

@shaqwall

Rob Polmann

@feadanmccall

@jrdyjnsn

@worldofddarwin

Proza by Soumaya Bazi

Poem by @moniquelinderss

Mix and master @jandrik

Music consultant @_arnelle

Sound studio manager @tim.portente

A-CAM & 1st editor @cjroxas

Sound operator @mikka1095

Colorist @gijsr17

B-CAM & 1st AD @noimnotthatgirl

Production assistant @leanderruivenkamp

On set photographer @timeisindifferent

Executive producer @amantinajean

Line producer @roosmarijn.mjh

Rehearsal studios

@felixmeritisamsterdam

@qfactory_adam

Post production facilities:

De Tijdcapsule

From the Dutch

Hows of norms

@the.other.side.nl

Locations:

Hollandse duinen

Bos nieuw wulven

@waterliniemuseum

Technical truck provided by Gameren services

Special thanks to: Ibrah Silas Jackson, Samra Asmellash, Michelle Larimar, Edward de Jong, Doeshka Vrede, Jasper Löwik, Stefan Liem, Stefan Schots Borg, Amantina Agramonte, Berend van Gameren, Niels Middelburg, Jan Pieter Boode, Madina, Hailes, Felix Meritis Cultureel Noodhospitaal, Deborah Faraone Mennella, Tessa Bouwmeester, Carolijn Borgdorff, Moondocs producties - Cultuur Infuus

CONCEPT by lucinda wessels

During the pandemic, Lucinda initiated an exploration of (lucid) dreams, a research endeavor she now continues within the confines of the Atelier. A theme that is sometimes literally and figuratively elusive. An exploration into a world where the boundary between dream and reality proves to be fluid.

A lucid dream is a state of being where the dreamer becomes aware that they are dreaming. You could describe it as if you thought you were watching a movie and suddenly realize you've been wearing a VR headset the whole time. Just as in a lucid dream, the dreamer can take control and interact with dream characters, the story, or the environment; the dreamer can also choose to be lucid by simply observing what is happening. Feel, see, and move in your own way, and bring your inner self out in SLEEEP DREEEAM WAKEEE.

Lucinda Wessels is a multidisciplinary artist. She is creative with movement, image, and music. She loves conceptual thinking and is distinctive in form. During the pandemic, she created an interactive online performance with green screens, video images, and visual effects. In collaboration with Nineties Productions and Hows of Norms, she presented 'The Lucid Express.' A digital journey that takes you through a 'train of thought' moving from chaos to stillness. The theme is based on introspection, meaning, and dreams. Hows of Norms created a short film with the same theme, programmed in the NEW DUTCH category of CINEDANS FEST 21.

Waking up in a dream is like being offered a new perspective.

One in which you may move, decide, observe, and reflect.

Het Atelier / Lucinda Wessels

Titel: SLEEEP DREEEAM WAKEEE

Genre: Ervaringstheater Interactief

Interdisciplinair Performance Muziek Storytelling

Duur in minuten: 30

Gesproken taal: Engels Nederlands

Leeftijdscategorie: 12+

Bronvermelding fotograaf:

Nichon Glerum, Moon Saris

Concept: Hows of Norms

Dans: Lucinda Wessels

Dramaturgie: Hows of Norms

Dramaturgische begeleiding: Yannick Noomen

Fotografie: Nichon Glerum

Grafisch ontwerp: Hows of Norms

Kostuums: Deschny Rogers

Muzikaal concept en compositie:

Lucinda Wessels, Sjaan Flikweert, Yanay Bonomo

Productie: Het Atelier

Regie: Lucinda Wessels

Stem + Tekst: Sjaan Flikweert

Repetitor: Feadan McCall

Co-productie: Oerol, Over het IJ Festival, Likeminds,

Nineties Productions en Theater Artemis / PLAN B

Creatief producent: Antsje van de Zee

Creatief producent: Jakop Proyer

Artistieke leiding: Maurice Bogaert

Mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Oerol,

Over het IJ Festival, Nineties Productions

Met steun van: Fonds Atelier Oerol, Dioraphte

Website: www.howsofnorms.com

Instagram: @howsofnorms

Productie: Firma Twist

DOP: CJ Roxas

Styling/make-up: Deschny RogerS

Movement Director: Lucinda Wessels

TRANSFORM

URBAN 3 | ROC RIJN IJSEL | 2022

In 2021 Evelien embarked on her Vision Quest.

For four days and four nights, she immersed herself in the solitude of nature, engaging in prayer, fasting, and expressions of gratitude, following an ancient Native American tradition. Armed only with a sleeping bag, Evelien experienced profound vulnerability, emotional depth, and solitude, yet paradoxically felt an immense sense of power, connection, and pride. During this transformative journey, she sang, danced, and celebrated life, forging a deep connection with the elemental forces of nature. The insights gained during this adventure continue to resonate within her, shaping a lasting impact on Evelien's perspective and understanding of life.

𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘯

𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 Hows of Norms

𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵 CJ P. Roxas

𝘔𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 Lucinda Wessels

𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘳 Tom van Wee

𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 Melisa Diktas

𝘍𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 Annelijn Hartevelt & Tori van Veen

𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦-𝘶𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵 Shannon Pel

𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘦𝘳 Polly Mirovskaya

𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘬 𝘎𝘩𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘦𝘳𝘦 & 𝘓𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦, 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵.

direction: lucinda wessels

light composition: CJ P. Roxas

Styling: Joley groeizaam

Music: Marc Alberto

performed together on 11:09.21

Location: De Meervaart

Produced by: Ish Dance Collective

L A Y 3 R S is a crossover performance where dance and visual art come together on stage. Inspired by the theme of introspection, you will witness an abstract translation of the performers' thoughts and their visualization of discovering the ego. A surrealistic dream experience accompanied by live music.

suits in space

tiny theater by the ruggeds

Lucinda and Evelien made an exclusive subtract from a residency they’ve been working on. Both of them are individually at a high level in moving but also making. Well experienced and they can create at a fast pace. They heard about Tiny Theatre and went straight into the lab to adapt it into the space. It takes two experts to put on a performance like this. Also premiering for the first time ‘Suits In Space’ by Hows of Norms.

Director (& concept) - Izak Berman

Director of Photography - Eva Heinsbroek Executive

Movement direction & casting - Lucinda Wessels

Dance Artists: Beau Andreas, Debbie Ruijter (lap scene), Diede Vermeesh (lap scene), Isabel Boenders, Lotte Leppers, Megan Simons, Melisa Diktas (braid duet), Sandra Hilaerts (braid duet).

You'll be watching through the objective awareness of the self. A clear perspective on the ongoing traffic inside the mind. A visually abstract and musical journey.

“creative processes involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem, self -awareness and achieve insight.”

LUCINDA is co-founder of 𝐇𝐎𝐖𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐒 and has gained professional experience as a dance artist, choreographer and DJ. Like most artists, she is a free spirit. So quickly distracted, but above all creative, intuitive and investigative.

From an early age she has been inspired by the creativity within Hiphop dance and culture and has also learned a lot from academic styles. Over the years, Lucinda has continued to search for her own form of movement and prefers to dance from her own story / feeling with movement concepts, instead of with a defined style as the foundation.

As a teacher Lucinda also strongly believes in the authentic power and choices of the dancer and therefore gives improvisation techniques at dance academies in addition to choreography. Lucinda is a performing artist and movement director at Hows of Norms."

about

Lucinda

iHOWS OF NORMS

During GARDENING #1 LUCINDA will be working on her work methods towards movement directing. By using improvisation techniques, she will guide her guest dancers to explore their performative, theatrical and storytelling quality. Together with visual artist CJ P. ROXAS they will simultaneously create a symbiose with the use of a camera. LUCINDA and CJ are building a brand/platform named HOWS OF NORMS that aspires to produce dance films and immersive theatre experiences. In addition, they want to create a physical place where like-minded creatives are given the space to develop. The dancers that will join LUCINDA and CJ are Evelien Jansen, Megan Simons, Isabel Boenders and Ryan Rademakers.

𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐞

𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘥 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴. 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘥 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘩𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦'𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭. 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘥 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴'𝘴 𝘷𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭, 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘩𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩.

source

𝑳𝑼𝑪𝑰𝑫 𝑫𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑴𝑰𝑵𝑮

'Gateway to the Inner Self'

Robert Waggoner

Performed by

𝐋𝐔𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐀 𝐖𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐒 & 𝐂𝐈𝐆𝐃𝐄𝐌 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐓

competition: Dance Film Competition

category: Screen choreography

dance styles: Improvisation

genre: Experimental

Duration: 25:08

ThIS 30 min dance theater piece was put together through improvisation and collaboration with the syudents. By guiding them with both physical and conceptual tools they were challenged to embody their natural movements within a structured story. Where contributing to the bigger picture was the main purpose of every individual.

On December 15, new creators from DOX, Lucinda Wessels & CJ Perez, presented their project 'Meet us see everything,' also known as MUSE.

DOX, the prominent Utrecht urban dance company, comprises independent and versatile artists dedicated to passing on their knowledge to a new generation.

MUSE, a conceptual evening conceived by the creators, aimed to provide a platform for showcasing artists. In this instance, Lucinda & CJ introduced visitors to the co-creations they had crafted themselves.

Drawing inspiration from music, dance, theater, art, and museums, the event offered an immersive experience where viewers encountered a myriad of visual stimuli. Content-wise, various alter egos took the forefront, each capable of conveying different emotions. The creators envisioned their work prompting questions from the visitors and inducing a 'muse-like' state.

The showcased work was crafted through improvisation, utilized within this residency to observe and unravel a story. The dream world presented by Lucinda and CJ was characterized by surreal influences, punctuated with cinematic images and live performances. Rooted in their life questions, these two creators embraced layers and boldness, inviting viewers to momentarily wander into their MUSE.

THANK YOU FOr VISITING

INSTITUTIONS

Amantina Jean

Anne Maike Mertens

Anne Suurendonk

Cigdem Polat

CJ Perez

Cripta Scheepers

Deschny Rogers

Evelien Jansen

Fabienne Vegt

Feadan McCall

Hildegard Draaier

Isabel Boenders

Jobeleen Perez

Joley Groeizaam

Juul Spoor

Mark Alberto

Marco Gerris

Martine Dekker

Matthijs Vuijk

Maurice Bogaard

Megan Simons

Melvin Fraenk

Melisa Diktas

Michael Mulder

Nienke Rooijakkers

Nicole Beutler

Noha Sare

Reve Terborg

Ruben Chi

Sjaan Flikweert

Yanay Bonomo

Yannick Noomen

ArtEZ

Cinedans

DOX

Het Atelier [OEROL / OHIJ

ICK

ISH Dance Collective

Nineties Productions

Nicole Beutler Projects

ROC- Rijn Ijsel / -Midden NL

The Ruggeds

Portfolio collection

2018 - 2022

"Hows of Norms is an collective initiative that brings together dance, theater, and visual arts. Inspired by the aesthetics of film, fashion, contemporary art, and street art, we embark on bold collaborations. We challenge each other to work interdisciplinary, with a focus on supporting our collective multidisciplinary talents. Guided by introspection, we are driven by the desire to share stories through art that prompts deep reflection and resonates with our emotions."