Exhibition FIBER Festival 2026
Nine artworks that offer various perspectives on the
concept of fragility
Linked to the theme Fragile Forces, the Amsterdam-based arts organisation FIBER presents two interconnected exhibitions under one roof: Fragile Resonances and Fragile Terrains. The exhibitions form part of the annual FIBER Festival. The separate sections function as two chapters, each inviting us in its own way to reflect on the concept of ‘fragility’ as a strength, rather than a weakness. One through sound art and ways of listening, the other through the vibrancy of matter.
Participating artists: Aldo Brinkhoff, Anaïs Lossouarn, Robin Koek & Jean-Emmanuel Rosnet, Sunjoo Lee | AYO, Brahim Tall, Franziska Windisch, Mariska de Groot, Mike Rijnierse & Rob Bothof
Part 1: Fragile Resonances
A sonic encounter between Dutch and Belgian sound artists
May 22 till June 20, 2026
de Brakke Grond
Fragile Resonances brings together work by five sound artists based in Belgium and the Netherlands who invite us to slow down, draw closer, and listen. Their practices stem from a shared sensitivity to sound as something that is not only heard, but also moves, connects, and unfolds within space.
The works stem from a fragile, sometimes barely perceptible source – such as the vibration of a chain, a whispered voice, or a play of light. Through accumulation, repetition and interference, these micro-events grow into layered, immersive compositions. What begins as small and individual unfolds into a complex whole in which order and chaos, control and unpredictability constantly intersect. These become layered, emotional sound experiences that allow us to realise that a sum of small elements can lead to powerful changes. And that, beyond our immediate perception, there are often far more complex relationships woven into our living environment.
Selection of works
SO(N)R (2026), AYO
The Choir of Dissonance: The Creation of the Sea (2025), Brahim Tall
On Random Walks (2025), Franziska Windisch
Incidence of Light (2019), Mariska de Groot
Piano / Forte (2018), Mike Rijnierse & Rob Bothof
Opening times
Tuesday – Sunday, 12:00 – 18:00 | de Brakke Grond
Opening: 22/5, 19:00
During the festival weekend
Thursday 28/5: 10:00 - 22:00
Friday 29/5: 10:00 - 20:00
Saturday 30/5: 10:00 - 20:00
Sunday 31/5: 19:00 - 20:00
Curators: Jarl Schulp (FIBER), in collaboration with Gilles Helsen (STUK) and Mirthe Demaerel (de Brakke Grond).
Part 2: Fragile Terrains
May 22 – 31, 2026
Selection of works
Thixocymatics (2026), Aldo Brinkhoff
Ce que la pierre retient du vivant (What the stone holds of the living) (2026), Anaïs Lossouarn
Garden of Mnemonics (2026), Sunjoo Lee
De glace et d'eau (2026), Robin Koek & Jean-Emmanuel Rosnet
Opening times
Tuesday – Sunday, 12:00 – 18:00 | de Brakke Grond
Opening: 22/5, 19:00
During the festival weekend
Thursday 28/5: 10:00 - 22:00
Friday 29/5: 10:00 - 20:00
Saturday 30/5: 10:00 - 20:00
Sunday 31/5: 19:00 - 20:00
The work De glace et d'eau by Robin Koek & Jean-Emmanuel Rosnet can only be viewed from 28 to 31 May, subject to a time-slot ticket. Time-slots will go online soon.
Curator: Jarl Schulp
