Micke Buitendag

Born in 1995 in Cape Town, South Africa, Mické Buitendag is a self-taught mixed media artist whose creative journey began as a personal refuge—a way to process emotion and explore identity after completing a degree in business. What started as a therapeutic outlet soon evolved into a compelling artistic practice rooted in introspection, emotional depth, and selfexploration.

Mické Buitendag works primarily on high-gloss acrylic surfaces, blending digital and traditional media to form expressive, abstract compositions. Her creative process unfolds in three distinct layers, beginning with abstract painting on canvas. Through layers of texture, dynamic brushstrokes, and translucent washes, fragmented and multi-perspective faces emerge— portraits that mirror the complexity of human thought and the many layers of identity.

With a vibrant palette and rich textural depth, Mické Buitendag’s work captures the tension between chaos and beauty, destruction and renewal, and internal conflict and harmony. Themes of identity, memory, and perception lie at the heart of her practice. Each piece reflects not only the intricacies of who we are, but also how we perceive ourselves—and how we are perceived by others.

Mické Buitendag invites viewers to engage deeply with her work, not just as observers, but as participants. Her art encourages emotional connection and introspection, prompting audiences to question their own perceptions and to explore the underlying emotional narratives within each piece.

Now based in Dubai, Mické Buitendag is actively pursuing her international art career and will be exhibiting at World Art Dubai 2025. She is currently represented by The Artists Gallery in Cape Town, with her works reaching collectors and art enthusiasts around the globe.