it is part of an ensemble

it is part of an ensemble at See Lab (Sept 1 – Oct 6)

This September and October, the collective it is part of an ensemble takes over the project space at See Lab for a five-week residency.

The group will transform the space into a fluid studio for sound, music, drawings, objects, performance and everything in between. With a strong focus on process, collaboration, and experimentation, the project welcomes anyone interested — for a day, a week, or the full duration.

Workshops, shared dinners, beach walks, nocturnal moth expeditions, and experiments with clay instruments and aquaphones are all part of the plan. The space is intentionally low-threshold, especially for those who feel less at home in the traditional art world.

Open residency:
September 1 – October 6, 2025
Location: See Lab, Scheveningen

Interested in visiting? Get in touch by mailing to part@itispartofanensemble.com

https://itispartofanensemble.com/index.htm

Under the Lime tree

GUEST ARTIST - Farah Rahman

Residency and exhibition:
Opening hours:
Thursday July 31st (opening): 17:00 - 21:00 h
In addition to the opening event on Thursday, the work-in-progress will also be on view on:
Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 from 11:00 to 15:00 h

Farah Rahman is a visual artist whose research- art science based practice parallels that of an ethnobotanist. Rooted in her own family history, which traces back to Suriname and India, her work explores the complex relationships between trees, plants, people, and culture. Through multisensory installations, Rahman weaves together forgotten ancestral knowledge and current political, ecological, and spiritual questions about the entanglement of humans and the plants/trees world.

During her artist residency at SeeLab, she focuses on the limes tree in and around the garden, using them as both inspiration and material for new botanical image-making processes. Working with historical photographic techniques such as anthotypes, Rahman extracts pigments and impressions directly from plants/ vegetables collected locally or the Hague market. Her research-based approach deconstructs inherited traditions and seeks to uncover the symbolic, spiritual and medicinal roles of plants/trees across generations.

At the core of Rahman’s work lies a deep respect and admiration for medicinal plants and their role as carriers of cultural memory. A core aim of her work is to counter plant blindness, the widespread cultural tendency to overlook the vital presence and intelligence of the vegetal world. By highlighting medicinal plants as carriers of cultural memory, Rahman invites audiences to see plants and trees not merely as background decor or resources, but as sentient beings embedded in ritual, healing, and storytelling.

Her time at SeeLab forms an important chapter in her ongoing exploration of cultural plant tree knowledge and experimental eco-imaging.

About the artist:
Farah Rahman is a multidisciplinary ArtScience artist, art educator, and freelance museum guide at Kunstmuseum The Hague. She also serves as an independent advisor in the Pro Committee of Stroom The Hague. Her work has been exhibited at institutions such as CBK Zuidoost, Zone2Source Amsterdam, the Dutch Fotomuseum, Museon, WORM Rotterdam, Stroom The Hague, and the LUMC Art Gallery in Leiden University Medical Center. She has led educational workshops for organizations including Filmhuis Den Haag, Into the Great Wide Open Festival, Boijmans van Beuningen, and the Instrument Inventors Initiative. Rahman holds a BA in Audiovisual Design from the Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam and earned her MA in ArtScience in 2022 from the Royal Academy of Art and the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague. Her ArtScience research practice mirrors that of an ethnobotanist, drawing from her family roots in Suriname and India to explore cultural and spiritual relationships with plants.

Supported by: Gemeente Den Haag and See Lab

Phantom Memorabilia

Title: Phantom Memorabilia

Duo exhibition: Anca Barjôvanu & Cathelijne Boele
Duration: 06.06.2025 to 06.30.2025
Opening hours: via appointment at ancabarjovanu.studio@gmail.com
Opening: 06.12.2025 - 5:00 PM

Sound by: Rat Radio

About: Phantom Memorabilia

From a dream-like world, our phantoms emerge. They linger and follow us subconsciously through the mundanity of life, guiding and shaping our fantasies, memories and hidden longings. Intangible yet feeling real, these phantoms materialize through the symbolism of our past, where each piece of memorabilia serves as an associative point of connection to a specific time or experience.

The duo-exhibition titled Phantom Memorabilia explores the various pathways and rhythms of memory, emphasizing their constant movement between prominence, obscurity, and impermanence. The artistry of both Anca Bârjovanu and Catelijne Boele captures the delicate balance between memories that haunt us and those driven by a fantastical kind of nostalgia - resulting in a search that oscillates between the desire to let go and the need to preserve. Through their own visual language and magical worlds, they question which memories we selectively and willingly keep with us, and the ones we unwillingly and sometimes unknowingly store in our subconscious.

See Lab's Art Market 2025

After a spectacular first edition, See Lab is excited to host its second Art Market on Sunday, June 1st!
Stroll through stands filled with affordable art by See Lab members and friends—including ceramics, drawings, prints, and notebooks. Enjoy live music performances, homemade bites, and refreshing cold drinks. Plus, Kwekerij de Verwondering will also be open!
Entry is free, we’d love to see you there!

Participating Artist: Jessie Hoefnagel @jessiehoefnagel, Eva Pola @evapolakovic, Made by Johnnie @madebyjohnnie, Olia Kobko @bojolea, Britt van Eijk @britt.van.eijk, Dünya Atay @dunyaatay, Jeroen Funke @jeroenfunke, Marloes Verhofstadt @marloesverhofstadt, Studio Oorlel @studio.oorlel, Hier Vandaan @hier_vandaan, Sissel Marie Tonn @sisselmarietonn, Nina van Dijk @bookbindingnina, Isabelle Backer @isabellebackerphoto, Mark Veliscek @markveliscek, Scènes van de Zee @scenesvandezee, Jellie Klaster @jellieklaster, Cristina Martins @cristina_martins_

Music program:
Besides visiting the the market, you can enjoy two live performances from ‘De Autoriteit’ and ‘Doolaard’ — two unique bands bringing infectious grooves, clever lyrics, and a blend of folk, country, and funk to See Lab. In between you can enjoy the music of DJ Le Même.

14:30-15.00h
Doolaard: A country and folk band from The Hague. Our repertoire is a mix of American traditionals from the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s, along with many original songs.

15:30-16.45h

De Autoriteit: De Autoriteit is a Dutch band with influences from Hip Hop, Reggae, Ska, and Funk. They are known for infectious grooves and catchy lyrics. Anyone who’s seen them live already knows: they might just be the most fun hip-hop act in the Netherlands.

15:00-15:30h & 16:30-17:00h
DJ Le Même is a Colombian-Dutch DJ known for blending various Latin American genres, creating a dynamic fusion that gets everyone dancing. Born in Barranquilla, Colombia — home of the famous Carnaval de Barranquilla — DJ Le Même draws inspiration from the playful, rebellious spirit of the iconic Marimonda character. His sets feature everything from traditional cumbia, merengue, and salsa to high-energy guaracha, Latin house, and reggaeton.

Bookbinding Workshop with Nina van Dijk

Bookbinding Workshops with Nina van Dijk
Create Your Own Handmade Notebooks Using Traditional Techniques
For dates see ninavandijk.nl/workshops

Join us for a mindful and creative journey into the art of bookbinding at See Lab. In these hands-on workshops, you’ll learn to create your own beautiful, hand-bound notebooks using time-honored techniques. Whether you're new to bookbinding or looking to deepen your skills, these workshops are suitable for all levels.

Meditative Bookbinding Workshop
Learn the Japanese stab-binding, pamphlet stitch, and long-stitch techniques in one immersive session. Under the guidance of visual artist Nina van Dijk, you’ll craft three handmade books and enjoy a relaxing and nourishing experience. All materials are provided, and a healthy vegetarian lunch is included.

Location: See Lab, Duinstraat 55, The Hague
Participation Fee: €95 (Includes all materials and vegetarian lunch)
Check the website for more information and upcoming workshops: https://www.ninavandijk.nl/workshops

Coptic-Stitch Binding Workshop
Explore the coptic-stitch technique to create a stunning notebook that lays completely flat—ideal for writing, sketching, or journaling. You’ll be guided step by step by Nina van Dijk and leave with a unique book and the skills to continue crafting on your own. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided.

Location: See Lab, Duinstraat 55, The Hague
Participation Fee: €65 (Includes all materials, coffee/tea, and snacks)
Check the website for more information and upcoming workshops: https://www.ninavandijk.nl/workshops