Rik Versteeg (1990) is a Rotterdam-based visual artist, who has been developing his conceptual skills in portrait photography, still life, art photography, make-up, design, and video work since 2013. Originally a fashion photographer, Versteeg blended his photography skills with his interests in costume- and set design, make-up, fashion, and queer culture, transforming his work into an all-around practice.
In his studio, Versteeg creates work that seems to violate the boundaries of time and space and blends several influences and styles. His work is heavily influenced by queer culture, and Versteeg sees his work as a counter-reaction to heternormativity. His latest project Sensitive Obscurities has been subsidized by several funds and resulted in a long-term project and exhibition.
Versteeg’s work has been shown in solo- and group exhibitions, art fairs and galleries, published in magazines and newspapers. His commercial work is mainly produced for other creatives in the industry like theatre’s, musicians, fashion platforms, and designers.
