Thursday 23 November for a book launch of 

 by Sarah van Rij and David van der Leeuw. The artists will talk about their new book, moderated by 

 explores the complex push and pull of the modern city, and the weight of its textured histories.

Foam Editions

Book presentation Sarah van Rij and David van der Leeuw

For the second event in the Foam and Polaroid series, we're thrilled to welcome Ellen Carey - an American lens-based artist, and John Reuter - a photographer and executive director of the 20x24 Studio.

Join us on 22 November to learn how the development of Polaroid’s technology influenced their practice and elevated the perception of photography as fine art. 

Crush & Pull with Hands & Penlights, 2023

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Colored Hands, 1975

Self Portrait, 1987

Pulls with Penlights, 2007

I am very much an American artist, one that has benefited from all the cultural, social and political advances of the twentieth century. The great invention that is instant film- the game changer in photography and science and art - offers me a chance to combine innovation with imagination echoing Polaroid's tag line "See what develops"

Polaroid I-2

Crush & Pull with Rollbacks, 2021

Woman in Tuscan Landscape

Art & Technology in Polaroid & Photography

Foam x Polaroid: Art & Technology in Polaroid & Photography

Join us on Saturday 18 November for a talk connecting art and nature as we dig deeper into the current exhibition 

 by Hira Nabi and the latest issue of Foam Magazine #64: EXTREMES—

A still from Wild Encounters, 2023

Art and environment in the Anthropocene

Foam proudly presents two new exhibitions at Foam. Join us for the official opening on Thursday 16 November. You are welcome from 17.30 to 21.00 hrs.

Tina Modotti in costume, 1920-1921, photo by Victoria Studio / Courtesy Throckmorton Fine Art, New York.

Woman of Tehuantepec (carrying jicalpextle), 1929, photo by Tina Modotti / Courtesy Throckmorton Fine Art, New York.

The Salad Zone

Opening Tina Modotti and Fonāna

Visit Foam during Museumnacht Amsterdam and discover how photography can enrich your world. Join a historical tour of 

 by Ara Güler or a lifecasting workshop by Esmay Wagemans inspired by 

 by Carlijn Jacobs. Let the artists of Meervaart Studio surprise you with a flash performance or make your own portrait in our Polaroid photo studio.

Join us with your Museumnacht Amsterdam ticket on 4 November from 19.30 - 00.00 hrs.

Opening Ara Güler, 2023

Museumnacht Amsterdam, 2019

Museumnacht Amsterdam 2023

Join us on Thursday 19 October as we host a special event to launch 

, the newest publication of the Yemeni photographer Thana Faroq. The book explores the personal stories and complex lives and emotions of a small group of young female refugees living in the Netherlands, including the photographer herself.

How shall we greet the sun

Book launch Thana Faroq

, join us on 19 October from 18:00 hrs for the festive opening of 

. We'll be celebrating with a hip-hop block party with music by 

Tupac, Atlanta, GA 1993, contactsheet

MAQAM

Biggie, New York, NY 1996, contactsheet

ADE Opening Dana Lixenberg

On Wednesday, 18 October, we host the first special event in the Foam x Polaroid series. Join us as we welcome a photographic artist Rhiannon Adam, who will share about the legacy of Polaroid, her affinity with instant photography, and how this has shaped her practice.

Good Riddance, 2023

Brick Lane Mike

Motel

Battersea

Each Polaroid photo is an isolated moment that could never be recreated even a second later. Polaroid photo processes are completed in situ, there is no external hand involved. It’s pure – just me, the camera, the environment, and the film.

Polaroid x Foam: Artist Talk Rhiannon Adam

Foam x Polaroid: Artist talk with Rhiannon Adam

Are you interested in buying photography, but don't know where to start? In this workshop, Foam's gallery manager Lotte Klösters will discuss the most common topics and give some practical tips on how to make your first purchase. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to explore the Foam Editions collection while enjoying a drink.

Foam Editions Workshop Buying photography, 2023

Foam Editions print from Karl Blossfeldt

Buying photography - Where to start?

Join us on Friday 6 October for a conversation with renowned artist 

 of PhotoVogue. They will dive into Jacobs' work, creative processes and the elements that make the work so intriguing.

In Conversation with Carlijn Jacobs and Alessia Glaviano

On Images, Fashion and AI - In Coversation with Carlijn Jacobs

Come and celebrate the opening of the first solo exhibition by internationally renowned photographer Carlijn Jacobs. 

 is an invitation to the subconscious, where anything is possible.

The exhibition will be opened on 5 October in the presence of the artist. You are welcome from 18.30 until 21.00 hrs for this festive event with free entrance, drinks, and music by 

Opening Carlijn Jacobs

 is an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of ecosystems and environments rich in flora and fauna in Pakistan. Using varied forms of media including moving images, audio, text, performance, cyanotypes, silkscreen prints, and rubbings, Hira Nabi's project explores the complex connections between exploitation, history and identity.

"What happens during destruction? What does the aftermath entail? What does disappearance look like? What traces does it leave behind? What is the texture of rot, debris and ruins?"

Hira Nabi – How to Love a Tree: Wild Encounters

 will present her set of First Editions in the gallery of Foam. During this festive event, we will talk about the works, Kim's background in crossmedia design and her fascination with the small circle that we know as the dot or point.

You are welcome from 18.00 to 20.00 hrs at Foam Editions. Register for free.

Foam Editions, 2018

First Editions | Dawoon Kim

Join us for a special collaborative evening at Foam with dining concept 

 as an inspiring backdrop, we will explore the ways in which the current beauty standards shape and influence us.

, consisting of a 4-course menu and drinks, we intend to ignite meaningful exchanges through cuisine while contemplating how we can collectively establish new concepts of what beauty truly means to us as individuals.

Tabili No. 4 Seasons, 2021

Tabili No 1, 2021

Tabili No 8, Nourishment, 2022

Tabili Manifesto, 2021

Contemporary Floral Arrangement - #144551 (1967) #2 The Relationship is a Matter of Style, 2023

The Flicker Phase, 1950

Foam x Tabili: BEAUTY

Come and celebrate the opening of film & photography project 

 by Miriam Guttmann. The exhibition is part of Queer & Pride Amsterdam 2023 and aims to raise trans visibility by celebrating pregnant transgender bodies. 

Alex en Jerome, Seahorse Parents, 2022

Ruben and child, Seahorse Parents, 2022

Still from Seahorse Parents teaser

Teaser Seahorse Parents

Liam, Seahorse Parents, 2022

Opening + film screening Miriam Guttmann 

Opening Miriam Guttmann

Foam is proud to present the latest edition of Foam Magazine: 

 which looks at the human relationship with the environment from two opposing, yet connected, perspectives: abundance and scarcity. 

The presentation includes videos narrated by Foam Magazine managing editor Katy Hundertmark, who offers insights into selected portfolios and essays from both extremes.

All images from the series Waste Identity: Passport for Plastics & Bola Bola Living

All images from the series Theatre of Authenticity

All images from the series The Eyes of Earth

All images from the series Master Rock

Presenting Foam Magazine #64: Waste Identity: Passport for Plastics & Bola Bola Living by Aàdesokan

Presenting Foam Magazine #64: EXTREMES—

Presenting FM64 Extremes

As part of Queer & Pride Amsterdam 2023, Foam is proud to present 

 by renowned filmmaker and photographer Miriam Guttmann. In this project, Guttmann investigates gender and identity while challenging prevailing cultural ideas of femininity and masculinity. The artist's whimsical images highlight and celebrate the image of pregnant transgender people.

Liam II, Seahorse Parents, 2022

Miriam Guttmann

One year after the launch of her sold-out book 

, photographer Annegien van Doorn will return to Foam Editions to present her newest photobook 

. During the event, author Franca Treur will read a text she has written especially for van Doorn.

Sea You, 2023

“In ‘Sea You', I explore how we could experience a deep connection to nature on the seaside.”

Book launch Annegien van Doorn

Why do people leave their homes to go to another place? In 

, artist Olgaç Bozalp explores how people feel about their own culture and moving to another country. Come and see the series at 

Sunrise, Istanbul, October 2021

Indonesia, May 2016

Girls, Malta, December 2021

Çelenk, Istanbul, October 2021

Baris, October 2021

Self Portrait, Disneyland, CA, July 2021

From the series Leaving One for Another

Olgaç Bozalp - Leaving One For Another

The multi-year project Kısmet delves into the diverse and complex facets of Turkish visual culture, seen through the lenses of different generations of image-makers. Artists Olgaç Bozalp, Ece Gökalp and Gülşah Bayrak will show different views of contemporary Turkey through their work. By bringing them together within Kısmet, we aim to present diverse perspectives on Turkish identity and show how identity can be expressed through photography.

Dad and his Indian Friends, April 2017

Dad And Omani Friends, November 2018

Image from the series After Anahit

The start of something

Kısmet: New Perspectives on Turkish Visual Culture

Opening Galerie Mercatorplein 2023: Olgaç Bozalp

Ece Gökalp's exhibition in Foam 3h revolves around two major events that took place in the Northeast of Turkey. With this project, Gökalp sheds light on conflicts related to cultural heritage, ecological devastation, and the complexities of changing geography due to historical events through in-depth research, photography, and archival material.

Image from the series After Anahit, 2023

Still from the video Foam 3h: Ece Gökalp - After Anahit, 2023

Watch the video interview with Ece Gökalp

After Anahit, 2023

Ece Gökalp - After Anahit  

Ara Güler is a renowned photojournalist who captured the essence of Turkey and the world beyond. The exhibition 

 shows both iconic and unknown parts of Güler's oeuvre. The show serves as a testament to Turkey's rich history and offers a glimpse into the ever-evolving Turkish identity.

Galata Docks, Istanbul, 1962

Tophane, Istanbul, 1958

Mount Ararat, 1965

The Golden Horn, Istanbul

Old Galata Bridge, Istanbul, 1957

Florya, Istanbul, 1948

Foam Publications Ara Güler A Play of Light and Shadow

Foam Talks podcast

Ara Güler 

Join us for the opening of the new exhibitions 

The shows will be opened by special guest Gunay Uslu (State Secretary Culture and Media of the Netherlands) on 

 You are welcome from 20.00 until 22.00 hrs for this festive event with free entrance, drinks, and music by the 

Opening Ara Güler

Foam has been working with the West City District for years to present exhibitions in Mercatorplein's public space. In 

, visual artist Olgaç Bozalp follows his father around with his camera on a journey through different locations that serve as backdrops for their personal stories and adventures to unfold.

Galerie Mercatorplein: Olgaç Bozalp, 2023

Galerie Mercatorplein

Dad on his search for Hüseyin, June 2021

Dad on his search for Hüseyin, Silifke, June 2021

Dad in Hollywood, LA, October 2019

Olgaç Bozalp - Dad on his search for Hüseyin

During the summer months, Foam offers free walk-in workshops every Wednesday and Sunday afternoon. The workshop is inspired by the current exhibition 

archived events

Book Launch & Signing
Sarah van Rij and David van der Leeuw

Foam x Polaroid: Art & Technology in Polaroid & Photography

Art and environment in
the Anthropocene

Opening
Tina Modotti Artist and Activist and Fonāna

Museumnacht Amsterdam 2023

Book Launch Thana Faroq
How shall we greet the sun

ADE: Opening Dana Lixenberg Tupac Biggie

Foam x Polaroid :
Artist Talk with Rhiannon Adam

Buying photography
Where to start?

On Images, Fashion and AI :
In Conversation with Carlijn Jacobs and Alessia Glaviano

Opening Carlijn Jacobs
Sleeping Beauty

Foam 3h: Hira Nabi
How to Love a Tree: Wild Encounters

Launch First Editions | Dawoon Kim

Foam x Tabili: BEAUTY
An immersive dining experience

Opening + film screening Miriam Guttmann Seahorse Parents

Presenting Foam Magazine #64: EXTREMES—The Environmental Issue

Miriam Guttmann
Seahorse Parents

Book Launch Annegien van Doorn Sea You

Olgaç Bozalp
Leaving One For Another

Kısmet: New Perspectives on Turkish Visual Culture

Foam 3h: Ece Gökalp
After Anahit

Ara Güler
A Play of Light and Shadow

Opening Ara Güler and Ece Gökalp

Olgaç Bozalp
Dad on His Search for Hüseyin

Walk-in Workshop
Sara Cwynar S/S 23

archived events

Book Launch & SigningSarah van Rij and David van der Leeuw

Foam x Polaroid: Art & Technology in Polaroid & Photography

Art and environment inthe Anthropocene

OpeningTina Modotti Artist and Activist and Fonāna

Museumnacht Amsterdam 2023

Book Launch Thana FaroqHow shall we greet the sun

ADE: Opening Dana Lixenberg Tupac Biggie

Foam x Polaroid :Artist Talk with Rhiannon Adam

Buying photographyWhere to start?

On Images, Fashion and AI :In Conversation with Carlijn Jacobs and Alessia Glaviano

Opening Carlijn JacobsSleeping Beauty

Foam 3h: Hira NabiHow to Love a Tree: Wild Encounters

Launch First Editions | Dawoon Kim

Foam x Tabili: BEAUTYAn immersive dining experience

Opening + film screening Miriam Guttmann Seahorse Parents

Presenting Foam Magazine #64: EXTREMES—The Environmental Issue

Miriam GuttmannSeahorse Parents

Book Launch Annegien van Doorn Sea You

Olgaç Bozalp Leaving One For Another

Kısmet: New Perspectives on Turkish Visual Culture

Foam 3h: Ece Gökalp After Anahit

Ara Güler A Play of Light and Shadow

Opening Ara Güler and Ece Gökalp

Olgaç Bozalp Dad on His Search for Hüseyin

Walk-in WorkshopSara Cwynar S/S 23

Book Launch & Signing
Sarah van Rij and David van der Leeuw

Art and environment in
the Anthropocene

Opening
Tina Modotti Artist and Activist and Fonāna

Book Launch Thana Faroq
How shall we greet the sun

Foam x Polaroid :
Artist Talk with Rhiannon Adam

Buying photography
Where to start?

On Images, Fashion and AI :
In Conversation with Carlijn Jacobs and Alessia Glaviano

Opening Carlijn Jacobs
Sleeping Beauty

Foam 3h: Hira Nabi
How to Love a Tree: Wild Encounters

Foam x Tabili: BEAUTY
An immersive dining experience

Miriam Guttmann
Seahorse Parents

Olgaç Bozalp
Leaving One For Another

Foam 3h: Ece Gökalp
After Anahit

Ara Güler
A Play of Light and Shadow

Olgaç Bozalp
Dad on His Search for Hüseyin

Walk-in Workshop
Sara Cwynar S/S 23