Bert Hermans
kunstinzicht.nlExhibition "Heritage in Perspective" Museum Nagele Noord-Oost Polder
09-04-2026 t/m 28-06-2026
Bert has been asked by the art committee of the Nagele Architecture Museum in the Noordoostpolder to exhibit several of his paintings at the museum in the second quarter of 2026, from April 9 to June 28. The exhibition opens on Sunday, April 12. The address is: Ring 23, 8308 AL, NAGELE (Flevoland). The museum is open Thursday through Sunday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Admission: adults and groups €8 per person; children aged 0-5 free; children aged 6-11 €2.50.
The museum is showcasing the unique history of Nagele and the Noordoostpolder in a permanent exhibition. This exhibition explores Nagele's unique place in Dutch architectural history. Museum Nagele also organizes temporary exhibitions in which architecture and visual arts play a prominent role. Since 1998, Museum Nagele has been housed in the former Roman Catholic church, built by architects T. Taen and T. Nix. See also: https://museumnagele.nl/
'Drowning' (Woudagemaal Lemmer)
Oil on canvas
120 x 80 cm
'Leadenhall'
Oil on canvas
60 x 80 cm
Belgian International Art Fair (BIAF)
10-10-2026 t/m 11-10-2026
The Belgian International Art Fair, or BiAF for short, will take place on Saturday, October 10th and Sunday, October 11th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Waagnatie Expo & Events in Antwerp. Bert has been selected by the selection committee to participate.
Waagnatie Expo & Events is located in a rapidly developing part of Antwerp. The Waagnatie is a unique exhibition venue with all the practical amenities an event like BiAF requires, while also boasting the beautiful charm of its industrial heritage. The former port building is situated on the banks of the Scheldt River, a stone's throw from the culturally vibrant 't Eilandje and the MAS. The Cathedral of Our Lady and the city center are within walking distance. Furthermore, there is ample, affordable parking in the immediate vicinity of the Waagnatie Expo & Events, and it is easily accessible by public transport.
Keep an eye on the changed traffic situation in Antwerp and around Waagnatie via the link: Smart to Antwerp
Visiting address: Rijnkaai 150 - 2000 Antwerp
Waagnatie is located in the low-emission zone. So be sure to check whether your car is permitted via this link. For more information about the LEZ, you can also go here.
If possible, use public transport.
By train
From Antwerp Central Station, you can easily reach Waagnatie with one of the bus/tram lines below.
By tram
Tram 24 (from Silsburg to Havenhuis), get off at the Antwerp London stop, runs every 10 minutes. (700m walk)
Tram 7 (Mortsel - Eilandje), get off at the Antwerp MAS stop, runs every 10 minutes. (350m walk)
By car?
There is a paid public car park next to Waagnatie. A day ticket costs €6.
Handelsbeurs Antwerpen, olieverf op doek, 100 x 70 cm
Art International Zurich
08-05-2026 t/m 10-05-2026
As a finalist in the Circle Foundation for the Arts' online art competition, Bert has been invited to participate in Art Zurich (Art International Zurich). Founded in 1999, this art fair is one of the most prestigious contemporary art fairs in Switzerland and a key event on the European art calendar. The fair will take place from May 8th to 10th, 2026, in the iconic Puls 5 Event Hall and attracts thousands of visitors, including serious collectors, curators, and art professionals. The fair also enjoys extensive press coverage in Switzerland and internationally. Organized by BB International Fine Arts, Art Zurich repeatedly sets a high standard with an individual, professional atmosphere in one of the world's richest and most collector-focused cities. Selected artworks will be physically displayed at the Artavita & WWA booth, one of the largest at the fair and very centrally located.
Finalist Certificate Art Zurich
Hall Peace Palace The Hague
Oil on canvas
80 x 80 cm
ArtShopping fair at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris
10-04-2026 t/m 12-04-2026
As a finalist in the Circle Foundation for the Arts online art contest, Bert has been given the opportunity to exhibit at Art3F at the ArtShopping fair at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris on April 10 -12, 2026.
"La Piscine", oil on canvas, 80 x 60 cm
Art Fair Gerlach
07-03-2026 t/m 29-03-2026
Bert has been invited to participate with four paintings at Art Fair Gerlach, hosted by gallery Giardino, on the estate of Chateau St. Gerlach in Berg en Terblijt (near Maastricht), from March 7th to 29th, 2026. The exhibition is open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Sundays from 10:30 AM) and can be combined with a visit to the sculpture garden, which is open Friday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Address: Rijksweg 31, 6325 AA Berg en Terblijt. Free admission.
Affordable Art Fair Brussel
04-02-2026 t/m 08-02-2026
Bert exhibits two paintings in the "Masters' of Realism" booth during the Affordable Art Fair Brussels. Over 85 Belgian and international galleries will showcase thousands of affordable contemporary artworks.
La Piscine
Oil on canvas
80 x 60 cm
Exchange building Antwerp
Oil on canvas
100 x 70 cm
Prince Alexander Rotterdam Art Competition
07-10-2025 t/m 05-01-2026
"Alle Menschen werden Brüder"
Oil oin canvas
60 x 80 cm
Bert is participating in the 'Music' art competition organized by the Prins Alexander Art Circle in Rotterdam with his painting titled "Alle Menschen werden Brüder" (oil on canvas, 60 x 80 cm). The painting depicts the Barcelona Music Palace. The title of the painting, "Alle Menschen werden Brüder," refers to the finale of Ludwig van Beethoven's 9th Symphony. This section, also known as the Ode to Joy (Ode to Joy), is now widely considered the European anthem. In 1972, the Council of Europe chose Beethoven's theme, "Ode to Joy," as the European anthem. This anthem expresses the ideals of freedom, peace, and solidarity wordlessly, in the universal language of music. With this remarkable piece of music, Beethoven was far ahead of his time. For, precisely in this day and age, we need his musical message: all people become brothers! The painting depicts the musical score painted on the sheet of music at the bottom. The scene depicted with the orchestra takes place in the music theatre (the Palau de la Música Catalana) in Barcelona. This is one of the most beautiful concert halls in the world.
Finally, as an "encore," at the bottom of the frame is a small music box that, when wound and opened, plays the 9th Symphony and reveals a miniature painting by Ludwig van Beethoven.
The painting, along with the other entries for the art competition, can be seen at the Romeynshof, Stresemannplaats 8 in Rotterdam.
