Esmee Seebregts Examines Shame and Color in Solo Show at Studio Seine

Esmee Seebregts's solo exhibition 'Colour doesn't Hurt' at Studio Seine in Rotterdam explores cultural associations of color, shame, and innocence through paintings and sculptures. The show, running until May 30, 2026, features new works including the 'Joseph's Dreamcoat' series of round paintings inspired by the biblical story of Joseph's coat, which Seebregts interprets as a symbol of how Western culture still associates exuberance with negativity due to Christian morality. She also debuts ceramic works, such as 'Pink Pressure' and 'Blush', addressing shame and sexuality. Seebregts notes that color is often linked to the feminine and primitive, and she aims to challenge these prejudices. The exhibition includes abstract translations of biblical narratives and explores controlled unpredictability in painting. Seebregts references artist Ina van Zyl's idea that shame also provides intimacy. The show is presented by Studio Seine in Rotterdam.