The image is a logo that features the name "Rick Akkerman" with "RI" placed above the first letter "K" and an orange vertical rectangle positioned to the right of the text.
De afbeelding toont de vlag van het Verenigd Koninkrijk, met een blauw veld met overlappende rode en witte kruizen: het rode kruis van Sint-Joris, omrand met een witte rand, bovenop het diagonale rode kruis van Sint-Patrick, boven het witte kruis van Sint-Andreas.
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Thuisblijvers – 1%

Project
A grid of 42 black and white portraits featuring a diverse range of individuals of various ages, genders, and expressions. Some people are smiling, others are serious, and a few are making playful faces. The background is uniformly black in all portraits.
Black and white photo of a young child with light blonde hair, wearing a dark shirt, making a playful face by sticking out their tongue and squinting their eyes slightly. The background is solid black, highlighting the child's expressive gesture.
Black and white portrait of an elderly woman with curly, short hair and a gentle expression. She is wearing a collared shirt and facing the camera against a black background.
Black and white portrait of a smiling person with curly dreadlocks and a beard. The person has a joyful expression. They are shirtless, and a wooden object hangs around their neck. The background is dark, emphasizing their facial features.
Black and white portrait of a woman with light hair styled in a loosely tied back manner. She is playfully posing with pursed lips, her chin resting on the back of one hand, and she is wearing a denim jacket adorned with small studs.
Black and white portrait of an elderly man with a long beard and wild hair. He is wearing a zip-up jacket and has a gentle smile. The background is dark, emphasizing his expressive face.
A black-and-white portrait of a person with shoulder-length hair and earrings, resting their chin on their hand while looking into the camera with a gentle smile. They have a tattoo on their hand and are wearing a tank top. The background is black, creating a stark contrast.
Black and white close-up photo of a smiling child wearing a striped shirt. The child has short hair and dimples, and the background is completely black.
Black and white portrait of a young child with curly, tousled hair. The child has an inquisitive expression and is wearing a sleeveless top with delicate lace trim. The background is completely black, highlighting the child's face and features.
Black and white portrait of a middle-aged man with short hair and wearing a collared shirt and a backpack. He is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression, set against a dark background.
A black-and-white close-up photo of a person with Down syndrome, smiling widely. They have freckles and wear their hair in small pigtails, secured with hair ties. They are wearing a hooded jacket over a top, and the background is solid black.
A black and white close-up portrait of a person with curly hair, wearing sunglasses, large over-ear headphones, and a hoodie. They are smiling and looking directly at the camera against a dark background.
Black and white photo of a person with fluffy, spiky hair wearing aviator sunglasses. They are smiling widely and dressed in a checkered shirt. The background is solid black.
A bearded man with a receding hairline looks slightly upwards with a concerned or perplexed expression. He is wearing a black shirt and is set against a black background. The image is in black and white.
Black and white portrait of a person with long, curly hair, looking directly into the camera against a dark background. The expression is neutral and the lighting highlights the texture of the hair and face.
A black and white headshot of a bald middle-aged man with a neutral expression. He is looking directly at the camera against a dark background, wearing a plain dark shirt.
Black and white close-up of a person with curly hair and glasses smiling against a black background. They wear a dark shirt and their face is well lit with a joyful expression.
A young, shirtless boy with an expressive face and tousled hair wears a headband. He holds his hands up near his face, fingers spread wide, as if acting or making a playful pose. The background is black, emphasizing his animated expression and gesture.
A black and white portrait of a person with light skin, straight dark hair, and fringe. They are looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. The background is completely black, highlighting the person's face and upper shoulders.
A black and white photo of a young child with light hair, looking distressed and crying. The child is wearing a long-sleeved top with ruffles on the shoulders. The background is completely black, making the child's expression stand out prominently.
Black and white portrait of an elderly woman with short, wavy hair, wearing dark sunglasses and a textured cardigan. She is smiling gently at the camera against a black background.
Black and white portrait of a young boy with short hair, wearing a striped shirt. The boy has a neutral expression and is looking directly at the camera against a solid black background.
Black and white photo of a young girl with long blonde hair making a funny face by squishing her cheeks with her hands. She is wearing a short-sleeve shirt and has one eye partially closed while her mouth is twisted into an exaggerated expression.
Black-and-white close-up portrait of a woman with long, wavy hair. She is gazing slightly downward with a subtle, contemplative expression. She is wearing a patterned blouse and layered necklaces, and the background is plain black.
A grid of 42 black and white portraits featuring a diverse range of individuals of various ages, genders, and expressions. Some people are smiling, others are serious, and a few are making playful faces. The background is uniformly black in all portraits.

Over dit project

1 stad, 16 dorpen, 4 buurtschappen en 110.000 mensen, dat is Alkmaar!

Iedereen heeft zijn eigen verhaal, een verleden dat hen naar deze plek bracht en een toekomst met hoop en dromen. Thuisblijvers verzamelden hun gezichten….en verhalen. Ik fotografeerde 1.100 mensen, dat is 1% van Alkmaar.

Thuisblijvers is bedacht en uitgevoerd door mijzelf Akkerman en Hollandse Luchten als reactie op de moeilijke corona-periode waarin eenzaamheid en polarisatie toenamen. Als er iets duidelijk werd in die tijd, dan is het wel hoe belangrijk het is dat mensen samenkomen, elkaar ontmoeten en verhalen delen. Thuisblijvers keerden de huiskamers in de straten letterlijk binnenstebuiten en creëerden intimiteit op straat. Buurtbewoners werden verleid om uit hun huizen te komen, verhalen te delen en zichzelf te laten zien. Ik maakte van iedereen een portret, de verhalenvangers gingen in gesprek met de bezoekers.

Iedereen was welkom, iedereen deed mee, dat is Thuisblijvers!

Rondrijden….

De hele zomer van 2022 reed ik met de de Thuisblijvers-bus en verhalenvangers Elke de Graaff, Reineke Jonker en Lisa Templon door de stad. Ook de omliggende dorpen, zoals Graft, De Rijp, Schermer en Marken, werden niet vergeten.
In 41 dagen bezocht de bus 72 locaties.

Overal waar de Thuisblijvers-crew neerstreek, bouwden we een huiskamer in de open lucht. Of het nu op een plein was, naast een winkel, of soms direct op de stoep, er was koffie en thee, verse koekjes van Brownies & Downies, een comfortabele bank, en een uitnodiging was simpel: “Wil je een kopje koffie met ons drinken?”

De gesprekken die werden gevoerd gingen over van alles en nog wat. Over waarom je je ergens thuis voelt, over je verleden of je toekomstwensen en welke bijzondere dingen er in deze straat zijn gebeurd. Want zijn het niet de alledaagse momenten die tot de mooiste gesprekken leiden?

Je kunt alle verhalen lezen op www.thuisblijvers.com.

People sit and converse under a wooden structure resembling a house frame, set up outdoors near a white truck. The truck features various artwork and posters. A few buildings and greenery are visible in the background. Various items like chairs and a lamp decorate the area.
A grassy park with a white bench in the foreground, a small wooden structure with people sitting underneath, and a white food truck nearby. There's a yellow playground equipment on the left and a blue playground equipment on the right. Trees and houses in the background.
A group of people gathers at an outdoor neighborhood event. Some are sitting on chairs and sofas under a makeshift tent canopy, chatting and eating. Others are standing and conversing. There are parked cars and residential houses in the background.
A mobile library truck is parked next to an outdoor reading corner with wooden tables and chairs under a pergola. Readers, including adults and children, are seated, enjoying books. A modern red-brick building and green trees are in the background.
An outdoor scene features a white van parked next to a wooden frame resembling a small house. Several people, including children, are seated and standing around the setup under large trees. A multi-story residential building with balconies is visible in the background.
A unique outdoor setup features a minimalistic, open-frame wooden structure with a few chairs and a table, situated beside a river. Two bicycles are parked nearby, and an industrial building is visible across the water under a partly cloudy sky.
People gather under a wooden canopy structure on a cobblestone street. The area is adorned with a Dutch flag, string lights, and a yellow sign reading "Doorgang Verboden Afgezeten". Tables with items are around, and a van is parked nearby amidst a sunny sky.
A peaceful suburban scene featuring two modern, boxy houses made of wood with large windows. In the foreground, a white food truck with an awning has a small seating area. Lush green grass and plants surround the area under a partly cloudy sky.
A group of people sit under a wooden frame resembling a house structure, placed on a quiet street next to a large brick house. They are relaxed on sofas and chairs, with a small table holding drinks nearby. The frame is decorated with string lights and a swing hangs from it.
A group of four people sit at a table under a wooden gazebo with mismatched chairs and vintage lamps hanging above. Nearby, a baby stroller is parked. Behind them, a white truck is visible, parked under the shade of a large tree.
A group of people sits and stands under a wooden frame resembling a house outline, featuring cozy furniture like sofas and chairs, in an outdoor setting. Trucks are parked in the background, and there are trees and greenery around. A scooter is parked nearby.
A group of people are joyfully gathered in an outdoor seating area in front of a building with "TAQA THEATER DE VEST" signage. Some are sitting on couches, while others are standing, all with exuberant expressions and hand gestures suggesting celebration.
People sit and converse under a wooden structure resembling a house frame, set up outdoors near a white truck. The truck features various artwork and posters. A few buildings and greenery are visible in the background. Various items like chairs and a lamp decorate the area.
A crowded room in an art gallery with many people gathered around, observing a large wall display of black-and-white portraits. The space features high ceilings, white walls, and a chandelier hanging from the center of the ceiling.
A large audience seated inside a historic stone cathedral, focusing on a stage where several speakers are seated at a table. The cathedral features high arched ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and intricate wooden and metal designs. A person in a wheelchair is in the foreground.
A black and white photo showing a diverse group of people sitting closely together in an audience. In the forefront, a woman and a man sit with their arms crossed, attentively watching something off-camera. Other audience members appear engaged and reactive.
A person holds a smartphone in a brown wallet case, taking a photo of a black-and-white portrait displayed on a wall filled with similar portraits. The phone's screen shows the captured image, while another person partially appears in the foreground.
A person takes a photo with their smartphone of a large black-and-white portrait displayed on an easel in a gallery. The portrait features an older woman with curly hair and glasses. There is descriptive text about the portrait on a piece of paper next to it.
A crowded room in an art gallery with many people gathered around, observing a large wall display of black-and-white portraits. The space features high ceilings, white walls, and a chandelier hanging from the center of the ceiling.

De afsluitende tentoonstelling

De afsluitende tentoonstelling “1%” van alle portretten, een selectie van verhalen en de vertoning van de documentaire was te zien van 1 april tot 2 juni ’23. De tentoonstelling werd geopend door burgemeester Anja Schouten, die ook een avond in de mobiele huiskamer had doorgebracht en zich door mij had laten portretteren. De opening werd goed bezocht, met meer dan 450 aanwezigen, en bevatte een talkshow met een aantal opvallende Alkmaarders die we tijdens de reis hebben ontmoet, waarna iedereen de portretten kon bewonderen. We zijn er trots op dat de tentoonstelling meer dan 30.000 mensen heeft bereikt. De laatste dag van de tentoonstelling was ook bijzonder; iedereen die dat wilde kon zijn eigen portret komen ophalen. Deze mogelijkheid werd breed omarmd, waardoor het een dag werd met veel leuke ontmoetingen en gesprekken.

Foto’s van opening door: Dave Weij

Feiten:

2023 | De Grote Kerk | Alkmaar, Nederland | Bezoekers Ca. 30.000

Cijfers:

Dagen onderweg: 41 | Aantal verschillende plaatsen: 72 | Gereden kilometers: 1.011 | Kopjes koffie en thee: 1.582 | Geportretteerde reizigers: 76 | Ontmoetingen: 1.465 | Verhalen: 250 | Tegels gemaakt: 490 | Geportretteerde Alkmaarders: 1.104

Coproductie door:

Rick Akkerman en Hollandse Luchten

Dit project werd mogelijk gemaakt door:

TAQA Theater De Vest | Grote Kerk Alkmaar | Victorie Fonds | Artiance | Mondriaan Fonds | Gemeente Alkmaar | VSB Fonds | Reclasign | Gamma | Van Hek Interieur | Mooi op het Web | Brownies & Downies | Cameraland

Meer informatie:

Thuisblijvers website

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