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Today 02-04-2025 at 3:00 PM, I had a radio interview with Oene Loonstra reporter from RTV OOST. The interview was about the two international awards I have won for my works: La Perla di Venezia and Psamathea The Sand Goddess, which were presented to me by Professor Francesco Chetta. In the photo, you can see Oene together with me. A big thank you to Oene Loonstra and Paula Keizer. It was an incredibly enjoyable interview.
Robin Wagenvoort Digital Face Art Artist on Dutch television RTV OOST. Source: RTV OOST
ROBIN WAGENVOORT - TV INTERVIEW RTV OOST
Robin Wagenvoort (38) finds solace in his unique art despite being confined to a wheelchair. His living room is adorned with his creations, which he calls "Digital Face Art" vivid fantasy portraits meticulously crafted layer by layer in Photoshop. Despite chronic pain in his hands and feet, he dedicates himself daily to his artwork. Through Facebook, his work reaches audiences worldwide, particularly in South America, where he has gained a following of 28,000 people. His posts are translated into Spanish, and he was recently recognized with an award in Italy for two of his pieces. The trophy, which was sent to him, fills him with joy and a sense of validation for his artistic achievements. Watch this video to see how Robin creates his art click the link below:
https://www.oost.nl/nieuws/3506645/robin-38-belandde-in-een-rolstoel-maar-hij-vindt-troost-in-bijzondere-manier-van-kunst
Robin Wagenvoort has garnered thousands of likes for his ‘Digital Face Art.’ His journey, however, has been far from easy. At 38 years old, he lives in Wierden with his mother. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer, which had already spread by the time it was discovered. Undergoing thirteen rounds of chemotherapy saved his life, but the treatment severely damaged his nerves, leaving him with polyneuropathy and confined to a wheelchair.
Polyneuropathy is a neuromuscular disorder affecting the nerve endings in the arms and legs. Creating digital face art is a painstaking process for Robin Wagenvoort. “It’s meticulous work,” he says. “It takes an incredible amount of time. Some days, due to the pain, I can only work on it for five minutes. Sometimes, it takes me an entire month to complete a single portrait.” One of his recent works is titled Ice Queen Face.
Robin Wagenvoort is entirely self-taught. His journey began with a CD by photographer Jaap Baart from Hengelo, followed by countless hours of studying YouTube videos. Through these resources, he mastered his craft on his own.
Being confined to a wheelchair led to isolation, which was further compounded by an anxiety disorder and depression. However, art became his refuge. The international recognition he receives provides a powerful boost to his self-confidence.
