A conversation with the artists

What happens when the spray can of a street artist meets the brush of a Delft Blue master painter? During this special Artist Talk, journalist Jaap van der Doelen engages in a live conversation with street artists Tja Ling Hu, Claudio Limon, Keya Tama, Speto and Ryol.

This talk is not only about the final result, but about everything that precedes it. How does an idea take shape? Where does a work begin, and how do you know when it is finished? The artists reflect on their working methods, visual language, and the choices they make along the way. They guide you into their world and into the connection between their practice and Delft Blue, its tradition, craftsmanship, and the ways in which it has influenced or challenged them.

Throughout the conversation, there is room for personal stories, perspectives, and motivations, allowing you to encounter the artists not only through their work, but also through the way they see the world.

What to expect?

The Artist Talk lasts two hours, including welcome time and an intermission, and offers the opportunity to ask questions. It is a key moment for anyone curious about how art comes into being, from admirers of street art and contemporary art to makers, students, and inquisitive visitors who wish to look beyond the image itself. If you would like to hear the stories behind the work directly from the artists, this is your opportunity.

The number of spots is limited, so be sure to reserve your ticket in advance.

Artist Talk | morning session

Tja Ling Hu, Claudio Limon en Keya Tama
10:00 – 12:00 AM

During the morning session, journalist Jaap van der Doelen will engage in an in-depth conversation with Tja Ling Hu (The Netherlands), Claudio Limon (Mexico), and Keya Tama (South Africa). Drawing from their diverse cultural backgrounds, they will share how tradition, identity, and urban context influence their work, and how their encounter with Delft Blue has enriched or challenged their artistic practice.

Book tickets

Select saturday March 7 to book the Artist talk.

Artist Talk | afternoon session

Speto & Ryol
2:00 – 4:00 PM

During the afternoon session, journalist Jaap van der Doelen will be in conversation with Speto (Brazil) and Ryol (Indonesia). Drawing on their distinct artistic traditions, they will discuss how local visual culture and heritage shape their street art, and how their encounter with Delft Blue has influenced their perspective on material, craftsmanship, and visual language.

Book tickets

Select saturday March 7 to book the Artist talk.