オランダ出身のアーティスト。ぬいぐるみやフィギアを始めとする日常的な物を巨大化し、ユーモラスかつ象徴的に再構築する作品で知られる。代表作「ラバー・ダック」は、世界各地の港に登場し人々を魅了した。作品には親しみやすさと社会的メッセージが込められており、公共空間での展示を通じて人々との対話や相互作用を促す。地元文化へのまなざしや素材への探求を通して、想像力と共感を引き出す表現を追求している。

A Dutch artist, he is known for his work in which he enlarges everyday objects such as stuffed toys and figurines, reconstructing them in humorous and symbolic ways. His signature work, "Rubber Ducks," has captivated people as it has appeared in ports around the world. His works are imbued with familiarity and social messages, and encourage dialogue and interaction with people through their installations in public spaces. He pursues expressions that evoke imagination and empathy through his perspective on local culture and his exploration of materials.